Pastry Chef

JOB SUMMARY 

The Baker is responsible for all the baked goods and dessert production on board for guest and crew 

meals. In addition, the baker may prep, load stores and provisions, clean, and wash dishes. 

Must have extensive baking and pastry experience, as well as a wide variety of international baked 

goods knowledge, following Company menu matrix, and recipes. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES 

• Participates in the actual baking of guest breakfast, lunch, and dinner breads (both Sweet and Savory), as well as any spreads, jams or butter accompanying breads. As well as any baked goods for meal periods. 

• Prepares, and plates guest dinner, and lunch desserts. Including mise en place, sauce and garnish. 

• Prepares mid- morning, and high tea pastries and baked goods and any out of the blue and ‘welcome’ baked good. 

• Ability to prepare and produce baked goods and desserts as per required dietary restrictions (GF, Vegan, kosher, lactose free). 

• May assist in production of crew meal. 
• Works with Head Chef on inventory and baking/pastry orders. 

• Responsible for all baking and pastry area food service sanitary compliance. Including, but not limited to, all equipment and countertop equipment, deck, bulkheads and overheads.
• Respects and follows proper FIFO for all baking and pastry pantry.
• Helps maintain organization in the walk in cooler and freezer, and respects the designated areas of storage within the walk-ins 

• 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. 

• 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.

• 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. 

• Completion of formal training at a culinary or Baking and pastry school preferred. 
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the culinary industry on board passenger ships preferred. 
• Good time management skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet deadlines. 
• Ability to get along with co-workers and support a team environment. 
• May be responsible for training and guiding others and/or reviewing their work.

• STCW Basic Safety Training required. 
• STCW Crowd Management required. 
• USCG Medical Certificate required.
• STCW Maritime Security Awareness required.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification required. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the 

essential functions. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

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, Chefs must also be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Chefs must be able 

to stay calm and clear headed under stressful situations.

WORK SCHEDULE 

This position works 12 hours per day on split shifts to cover the responsibilities, approximately 2 months on, 1 

month off rotational schedule. 

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT 

This job description is intended only to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an 

employee in this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, 

and skills or abilities required of persons so classified or assigned. 

Our Benefits

Vacation Pay (10% of the daily rate for each day worked)

7 Paid Holidays

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

Short Pay

Emergency Coverage Pay

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.