21 - Second Chef

The Second Chef has the following duties and responsibilities:

• To assist the head chef and deputise the head chef in his absence or if the Chef is unable to perform their duties through accident or illness, or any other cause.
• To learn, understand and apply the Yacht Procedures, ISM, SOLAS Training Manual, Master’s Standing Orders.
• To participate actively to safety trainings organized by the Chief Officer/Safety Officer.
• Understanding use of fire-fighting equipment in galley.
• The efficient operation of the galley and the preparation of meals on board.
• To ensure the galley environment and procedures comply with all relevant legislation relating to health and safety and food hygiene regulations.
• To promote a safe, healthy and environmentally secure environment through effective training for all crew who are involved in food preparation and service.
• The supervision of their staff to ensure good work, cleanliness and behaviour.
• Security and recording of stores and bonded stores.
• The cleanliness and maintenance of the galley, the storerooms, cold rooms and freezers.
• For the proper handling of waste of the galley department as per regulations and the yacht’s Waste Water and Garbage Management Plan.
• Ensuring that unauthorised personnel do not enter into the galley and storage areas, or that crew in their control do not enter the guest areas unless instructed.

The above job description has been read, understood, agreed upon and signed accordingly by: