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This role plays a key part in administrative oversight, including reviewing and approving food orders, compiling and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and developing strategic provision plans for upcoming seasons and operational transitions. The manager will collaborate closely with the culinary trainer, purchasing team, onboard culinary staff, and hotel leadership to ensure seamless execution of culinary programs and initiatives.\nESSENTIAL DUTIES\nThis position will work alongside the Director of Culinary Operations to:\nDevelop season-specific menu matrices using standard product guides, while incorporating regional culinary trends and innovation.\nCreate and communicate strategic ordering plans based on vessel storage capacity and itinerary needs.\nMonitor voyage food costs by vessel to ensure targets are met.\nReview and approve general culinary food orders within established budgets.\nDevelop recipe costing and standardized recipes for menu items.\nSupport new initiatives directed by hotel leadership, advancing the culinary program through creativity and innovation.\nEnsure onboard teams complete professional evaluations, track performance, and create individual development plans for galley staff.\nParticipate in interviews for potential culinary candidates.\nCollaborate with the Culinary Trainer to develop training materials and programs.\nBuild season-specific order guides with general par levels, based on menu matrices and market product availability.\nSupport the Culinary Trainer during training sessions and operational transitions.\nProvide subject matter expertise and operational guidance for training initiatives.\nEnsure compliance with United States Public Health (USPH) standards across all vessels.\nContribute to hotel leadership initiatives that strengthen creativity, innovation, and operational excellence.\nPerform other related duties as assigned.\nServe as a temporary or relief chef, or support other culinary positions, as needed.\nREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS\nDegree in Culinary Arts or equivalent combination of culinary education and professional experience. \n5+ years of progressive culinary leadership experience, including Executive Chef, Corporate Chef, Culinary Manager, or similar 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