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Sause Bros Inc

Deckhand/Cook

Coos Bay, OR · On-site

Comply with Company waste management policies and marine pollution regulations. 6. Ensure galley ... Other duties as assigned. Requirements Preferred Qualifications: 1. Valid Merchant Mariner ...

State of Louisiana

CHEF

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

Anchored by a first-rate marine laboratory, the DeFelice Marine Center, LUMCON is embedded in ... Five years of experience cooking in a service-oriented establishment. * Hold a ServSafe Food ...

State of Louisiana

CHEF

Baton Rouge, LA

$63K - $87K/yr

About this Job The Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON), a program of the Board of ... Five years of experience cooking in a service-oriented establishment. Hold a ServSafe Food Handler ...

Curtin Maritime

Vessel Chef

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$300 - $425/day

Marine Transportation Reports to: Mark Kuehn, Food Services Director Schedule: Full-time; minimum ... The Chef has responsibility for proper planning, preparation, and cooking for all meals at the ...

Curtin Maritime, Corp

Vessel Chef

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$300 - $425/day

Marine Transportation Reports to: Mark Kuehn, Food Services Director Schedule: Full-time; minimum ... The Chef has responsibility for proper planning, preparation, and cooking for all meals at the ...

Curtin Maritime

Vessel Chef

Long Beach, CA · On-site

Marine Transportation Reports to: Mark Kuehn, Food Services Director Schedule: Full-time; minimum ... The Chef has responsibility for proper planning, preparation, and cooking for all meals at the ...

ssc

Able Bodied Seaman - Marine

Galveston, TX

USCG Merchant Mariner Credential with the following endorsements: * International and national ... Housekeeping, cooking, cleaning, and painting * Perform duties as directed by the Master and deck ...

Savage

Able Bodied Seaman - Marine

Boston, MA · On-site

USCG Merchant Mariner Credential with the following endorsements: * International and national ... Housekeeping, cooking, cleaning, and painting * Perform duties as directed by the Master and deck ...

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As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for merchant marine cook in the United States is $17.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Merchant Marine Cook job?

A Merchant Marine Cook is responsible for preparing meals for the crew aboard commercial or government-operated ships. They manage food inventory, ensure sanitary kitchen conditions, and plan nutritious menus suitable for long voyages. The cook must work in a confined space, often under challenging conditions, while adhering to safety regulations. Depending on the vessel, they may also accommodate dietary restrictions and assist with general galley duties.

What is the typical work schedule and environment like for a Merchant Marine Cook?

Merchant Marine Cooks generally work onboard ships, often following a rotational schedule such as several weeks or months at sea followed by time off. The work environment includes a compact galley where teamwork and efficiency are essential, as you may be preparing three meals daily for the crew with limited resources. The role requires adaptability, as supply limitations and rough weather can impact meal planning and preparation. You’ll collaborate closely with other ship personnel, including engineers and deckhands, to ensure mealtimes align with operations and crew needs. This unique setting offers both challenges and the opportunity to build strong camaraderie among the crew.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Merchant Marine Cook position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Merchant Marine Cook, you need strong culinary skills, experience in preparing large-scale meals, and often a ServSafe certification or maritime food handler's credential. Familiarity with galley equipment, inventory management systems, and food safety regulations specific to maritime environments is essential. Excellent organization, resourcefulness, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are valuable soft skills in this role. These abilities are crucial for consistently providing nutritious meals in challenging, confined, and sometimes unpredictable sea conditions.

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Deckhand/Cook

Deckhand/Cook

Sause Bros Inc

Coos Bay, OR • On-site

Other

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Description

General Description:

The Deckhand/Cook reports to the Master, and is responsible for preparing and providing meals for crewmembers, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and good housekeeping in galley and food storage areas. Responsible for ordering, inventorying, rotating, and stowing of stores as necessary. The Deckhand/Cook assists in the safe and efficient operation of the vessel. Duties include vessel maintenance, and the daily deck operations, carried out in accordance with approved company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities/Performance Standards:

1. Provide meals daily at appropriate times, including meals for those standing night watches.

2. Manage food preparation and planning in an effective, economical manner providing high quality and minimizing waste.

3. Utilize company vehicles to get stores for vessels.

4. Clean up after every meal, including washing and stowing dishes and utensils.

5. Empty all garbage cans daily, sanitize as necessary. Comply with Company waste management policies and marine pollution regulations.

6. Ensure galley, galley equipment, food and storage stores areas are clean, sanitary, and in good order. Communicate maintenance or repair needs to the Master.

7. Sweep galley deck daily or as necessary; swab daily with soap and water.

8. Keep refrigerators, freezers, and walk-ins clean and orderly. Rotate perishable food stocks as fresh stores are stowed.

9. Provide meals and refreshments for barge loaders, including night meals as requested.

10. Assist in performing deck work and line handling in making/breaking tow, mooring/un-mooring vessels and vessel maintenance when directed by the Master.

11. Assist during emergency operations as directed by the Master.

12. Ensure at the completion of the voyage that the galley is left clean and sanitary, and that up to date order and inventory lists are provided for the next cook/steward.

13. Maintain inventory on all supplies in the first aid kit on board assigned vessel.

14. Wear personal protective equipment as appropriate to safely complete job tasks.

15. Obtain proper endorsements within allotted time frame that is to be determined at time of hiring. Will be classified as a Cook/Steward until proper endorsements are obtained.

16. Act as lookout or helmsman. 

17. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Valid Merchant Mariner Credential with F/H endorsement 

2. Valid TWIC

3. AB endorsement

4. Valid Passport

5. STCW II/4, II/5, VI/6

6. Valid driver license

7. Food Handler certificate

8. One year documented cooking experience preferred

9. One year sea experience preferred

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