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Lindblad Expeditions

Chef De Partie

Seattle, WA

$21.50 - $27.25/hr

WHO WE ARE Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first ... This is a full-time, rotational position working approximately 12 hours per day on an 8 weeks on ...

Lindblad Expeditions

Chef De Partie

Seattle, WA · On-site

$21.50 - $27.25/hr

WHO WE ARE Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first ... This is a full-time, rotational position working approximately 12 hours per day on an 8 weeks on ...

Lindblad Expeditions

Chef De Partie

Seattle, WA

$21.50 - $27.25/hr

WHO WE ARE Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first ... This is a full-time, rotational position working approximately 12 hours per day on an 8 weeks on ...

Lindblad Expeditions

Shipboard Head Chef

Seattle, WA · On-site

WHO WE ARE Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first ... This is a full-time, rotational position working a schedule of approximately 2 months on and 1 ...

Lindblad Expeditions

Shipboard Head Chef

Seattle, WA · On-site

WHO WE ARE Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first ... This is a full-time, rotational position working a schedule of approximately 2 months on and 1 ...

Auberge Collection

Chef de Cuisine

Telluride, CO · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

The targeted compensation range for this full time year round, exempt position with an annual ... Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and ...

Auberge Collection

Chef de Cuisine

Telluride, CO · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

The targeted compensation range for this full time year round, exempt position with an annual ... Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and ...

Delaware North

Sous Chef, Space 220

Orlando, FL

$56K - $76K/yr

... for an expedition like no other. The planets have aligned for you to be a part of the latest ... full-time, we're invested in helping you achieve your career goals. Together, we're shaping the ...

Delaware North

Sous Chef, Space 220

Orlando, FL · On-site

$56K - $76K/yr

... for an expedition like no other. The planets have aligned for you to be a part of the latest ... full-time, we're invested in helping you achieve your career goals. Together, we're shaping the ...

Delaware North

Sous Chef, Space 220

Orlando, FL

$56K - $76K/yr

... for an expedition like no other. The planets have aligned for you to be a part of the latest ... full-time, we're invested in helping you achieve your career goals. Together, we're shaping the ...

Delaware North

Sous Chef, Space 220

Orlando, FL · On-site

$56K - $76K/yr

... for an expedition like no other. The planets have aligned for you to be a part of the latest ... full-time, we're invested in helping you achieve your career goals. Together, we're shaping the ...

Auberge Collection

Executive Sous Chef

Telluride, CO · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

The targeted compensation range for this full time year round, exempt position is $80,000-$110,000 ... Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and ...

Auberge Collection

Executive Sous Chef

Telluride, CO

$80K - $110K/yr

The targeted compensation range for this full time year round, exempt position is $80,000-$110,000 ... Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and ...

Auberge Collection

Chef de Partie

Aspen, CO · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

The targeted compensation wage for this full time year round, non-exempt position is $25-27/hr. The ... Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and ...

Hotel Jerome

Chef de Partie

Aspen, CO

The targeted compensation wage for this full time year round, non-exempt position is $25-27/hr. The ... Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and ...

Auberge Collection

Chef de Partie

Aspen, CO · On-site

$25 - $27/hr

The targeted compensation wage for this full time year round, non-exempt position is $25-27/hr. The ... Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and ...

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What are Full Time Expedition Chefs?

Full Time Expedition Chefs are professional cooks responsible for preparing meals in challenging, remote, or outdoor environments, such as on expeditions, research vessels, or adventure tours. They cater to groups of explorers, scientists, or travelers and must plan menus, source and store ingredients, and ensure food safety in often unpredictable and limited conditions. Their role is crucial for maintaining team morale and energy during demanding journeys. In addition to cooking, they often manage logistics related to food supplies and may need specialized skills to handle dietary restrictions or extreme climates.

What is the difference between Full Time Expedition Chef vs Part Time Expedition Chef?

AspectFull Time Expedition ChefPart Time Expedition Chef
Work HoursTypically 40+ hours per weekFewer hours, often on a flexible schedule
CertificationsFood safety, culinary certificationsSame certifications, but less frequently required
Work EnvironmentRemote, challenging outdoor expeditionsSimilar environment but shorter durations
Employer UsageExpedition companies, adventure tourism

Full Time Expedition Chefs work on long-term expeditions, providing consistent culinary services, while Part Time Expedition Chefs assist on shorter trips with flexible schedules. Both roles require culinary skills and safety certifications, but full-time positions demand greater commitment and experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Full Time Expedition Chef, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Full Time Expedition Chef, you need strong culinary skills, food safety knowledge, and experience working in remote or challenging environments, often supported by relevant chef certifications. Familiarity with portable cooking equipment, inventory management systems, and sometimes wilderness survival techniques is essential. Flexibility, creativity, and excellent organizational and communication skills help you adapt to unpredictable conditions and diverse team needs. These abilities ensure you can consistently provide safe, nutritious, and appealing meals to support team morale and well-being in demanding expedition settings.

What are some unique challenges faced by a Full Time Expedition Chef, and how can they be managed effectively?

Expedition Chefs often work in remote or challenging environments where access to ingredients, equipment, and kitchen space is limited. They must be resourceful in menu planning, creative with substitutions, and skilled at maintaining food safety standards under varying conditions. Effective communication with the expedition team is crucial to coordinate meal times and dietary needs. Flexibility, organization, and problem-solving skills help manage these challenges and ensure a nourishing, enjoyable experience for all participants.
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Chef De Partie

Chef De Partie

Lindblad Expeditions

Seattle, WA

$21.50 - $27.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

WHO WE ARE
Lindblad Expeditions is a true pioneer in Expedition Travel. From taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, and launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004, we're now taking almost 30,000 guests a year to some of the world's most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 20 ships, and are committed to ensuring our guests experience the "Exhilaration of Discovery".

ABOUT THE ROLE
As Chef de Partie aboard a Lindblad Expeditions vessel, you'll take a key role in the preparation of high-quality meals - with a special focus on cooking daily crew meals that are nourishing, balanced, and executed with care. You'll also assist the Head and Sous Chef with guest meal prep, buffet setups, canapes, and action station service, and may be called on to help with inventory, provisioning, and sanitation efforts. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role that requires strong culinary fundamentals, solid time management, and a collaborative mindset.
 
The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and confident managing multiple tasks in a high-volume environment. You should also be ready to step up and support the galley team as needed - including leading others or filling in for more senior roles when necessary. This is a full-time, rotational position working approximately 12 hours per day on an 8 weeks on / 4 weeks off schedule.
 
Candidates must be genuinely prepared for sustained physical demand in a remote, at-sea environment before applying.
 
WORK SCHEDULE
Chefs work an average of 12 hours per day, every day, with no days off throughout your 8-week rotation onboard. 
 
LIVING CONDITIONS 
Crew quarters are compact and shared - you will bunk with one or two roommates for the full duration of your rotation, with minimal personal space. The vessel operates in remote locations with limited or no port access between expeditions, so cell service and internet may be unavailable for extended periods. You must bring a sufficient supply of any prescription medications, as refills cannot be obtained while underway.
 
This lifestyle suits people who are adaptable, self-sufficient, and genuinely energized by close-knit team environments and remote travel. If those conditions sound like a challenge rather than an adventure, this may not be the right fit.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
This is a physically demanding role performed in a moving marine environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, and climb steep interior stairs repeatedly throughout a 12-hour shift - including during periods of significant vessel motion. The employee must regularly lift and carry items up to 50 pounds. Work rotates continuously across cabin cleaning, dishwashing, laundry, and food service, often without extended breaks. Work is performed in confined spaces and high-humidity environments including the galley.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES 
Food Preparation:
  • Assists the Head Chef, Sous Chef, Line Cook, and Pantry Chef, in the preparation of all guest and crew meals following company menu matrix and recipes.
  • Participates in the actual cooking and preparation of breakfast, lunch and dinner; meat, fish dishes, vegetarian options, side dishes for both guest and crew meals.
  • Working the action station during meal periods; Example but not limited to; Omelets, carving stations and the saute action station.
  • Primary responsibilities include buffet action station, crew meal preparation and execution, canapes and appetizers as well as prepping, portioning, and cleaning.
  • Assisting in setting up/ break down of the hot line.
  • Assisting during plating breakfast, lunch and dinners with Sous Chef, Line Cook.
  • Assists Head Chef in training, and developing of the Pantry Chefs, and galley dishwashers, by following company policies, and menus. 
Cleaning:
  • Helps maintain the cleanliness of the galley area and food storage rooms.
  • Adheres to all CDC Vessel Sanitation Program and Health Canada requirements.
  • Assists in dishwashing as needed and/or assigned.
Food Stores:
  • Assists in loading, handling and proper storage of food and related items to maintain inventory at appropriate stocking levels and to ensure proper rotation of perishable and non perishable food items.
Safety and Security
  • Participates in on board safety training, meetings and drills, as directed by the Captain, including fire, abandon ship, man overboard, flooding and medical emergencies.
  • Adheres to Company's policy on uniform, to promote company's image, safety, and standards.
  • Participates in shore side training as required by the company. 
  • Familiar with the ISM codes and requirements.
  • Maintains familiarity with all duties under the company Safety Management System and Emergency Station Billet duties.
Desired qualifications
  • Completion of formal training at a culinary school preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience working within the culinary team on board passenger ships preferred
  • Must have the ability to work on their feet in a galley of high temperature for 10-12 hours a day for the duration of the rotation
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
  • Good time management skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
  • Detail oriented and thorough; able to follow through on assigned tasks.
  • Must be able to stay calm and clear headed under stressful situations
  • Ability to step up when needed, and act as Sous Chef should the need arise.
  • Good supervisory skills set, and ability to work develop others
  • Ability to get along with co-workers and support a team environment.
  • Ability to communicate successfully with galley team members; and office personnel
  • Ability to work independently using creativity and initiative to complete assigned tasks.
  • Work well under pressure in a high volume, fast pace environment
  • Ability to have guest interaction and communicate with them the vision of the department, and program
  • Experience with passenger vessels preferred.
Licenses/Certificates
  • Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification required.
  • STCW Basic Safety Training required.
  • STCW Crowd Management required, training provided.
  • STCW Maritime Security Awareness required, training provided.
  • Transportation Workers ID Card (TWIC) required.
  • USCG Medical Certificate required, training provided.
$180 - $190 a day

The listed salary range reflects total daily compensation based on experience and vessel assignment.

Compensation breakdown: $130-$140 base daily rate + $50 guaranteed minimum in gratuities. Any tips earned above the $50 minimum are yours to keep.

Our Benefits
Health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision  
401(k) plan with employer match  
Room and board when scheduled
Travel Day Pay
Travel Expenses Paid
Travel benefits for employees and their family  
Uniforms Provided
Training Opportunities
 

Employment is contingent on the following:
- In compliance with U.S. Coast Guard Regulations, 46 CFR Parts 4, 5, and 16, you will be required to undergo the following drug tests: post-offer prior to start date, random, reasonable cause, and serious marine incident per US Federal guidelines.
- Pre-offer background check; employment is contingent upon the results of this screening.
- Post-offer physical examination; your employment is dependent upon being determined fit for sea duty. 
Continued employment is dependent upon consent to and passing these tests.

Lindblad Expeditions continues to highly recommend that all new hires be up to date with all vaccines prior to the first day of employment and getting boosted annually when eligible, including those vaccines that protect against COVID-19. All crew must still comply with all country-specific vaccination requirements.

Communication Skills 
Using the English language, this person must have the ability to read, write, and comprehend policies, legal guidelines, correspondence, and memos.   Must also possess the ability to effectively communicate--both in writing and orally--with a professional demeanor. 
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear.  The employee will also be required to write and type. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The physical demands per position are described in the Job Analysis sheet and are available to all applicants upon request.

COMPENSATION STATEMENT
Lindblad Expeditions determines the pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.

For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant's location, level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT
At Lindblad Expeditions, we simply could not do our work without the diverse kaleidoscope of humanity that creates and delivers our remarkable offerings across the planet. As a Company that respects and celebrates the inherent diversity in the places we explore, we recognize the need to mirror that same diversity and all the interconnected perspectives within our organization. We are committed to building a community of different genders, races, ages, sexual orientations, chosen identities, and countries of origin where every person brings their whole self to work and whose skills, talents, and abilities are valued. We believe we can explore further and in a more meaningful way by actively creating a more diverse and inclusive organization where everyone feels they belong.

Lindblad Expeditions is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment at Lindblad Expeditions are considered without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, unemployment status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or veteran status.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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