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The ‘General Purpose Maintenance – Galley’ crewmember may be either an experienced or entry level position assisting the Chief Steward in all aspects of Galley Department operations. This can include meal preparation, cleaning/sanitation, stocking, rotation, light hotel services, and oversight of vessel guests.

The ‘General Purpose Maintenance’ crewmember may work in either the deck, engine, or galley department as appropriate. This position requires an endorsement as Ordinary Seaman and Food Handler (F.H.) on a Merchant Mariner Credential.

Direct Supervisor – Chief Steward

Primary Responsibilities:

Second Cook (and Porter as applicable):

• Assist in the preparation of daily meals, night lunch, and salad bar
• Manage bakery needs of the galley department
• Assist with cleaning/sanitation of all Galley spaces
• Assist with stocking and rotation of galley provisions and consumables
• Oversee light hotel services (i.e. Captain quarters, guest quarters, and linen management)
• Oversee guest/owner spaces for cleaning and stocking
• Oversee company guests aboard vessels to ensure safety and comfort
• Any other duties as requested by the Chief Steward
• Respond in accordance with the duties listed on the Station Bill

Credential, License / Endorsement, and Certificate Requirements:

• Valid U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
• Valid U.S. Coast Guard Medical Certificate
• Valid U.S. DOT Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC)
• Endorsement of U.S. Coast Guard as Ordinary Seaman AND Food Handler (F.H.)
• Certificate of completion for First Aid / CPR / AED course
• Certificate of completion for Servsafe (Food Handler)
• Minimum 5-year company (or Union) physical noting “Fit for Duty” status