Galley Assistant STCW Qualified - Fixed Term

Galley Assistant STCW Qualified - Fixed Term

Published : 22 / 11 / 2025

Job Location : Wellington / New Zealand

Job Type : Fixed Term

Work Type : Full Time

Category : Hospitality & Tourism

We’re on the lookout for Galley Assistants (Commis Chefs) to work aboard our passenger vessels. Jump aboard and be part of the journey! Sailing between Wellington and Picton, Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries are part of one of New Zealand’s largest transport companies, which also includes linehaul and freight forwarding. We are seeking fixed‑term employees to assist us with our peak operational period with availability throughout the summer months.

What is the role?

• Assisting with cooking breakfast, lunch and dinner menu items for crew and passengers under the direction of the Chief Cook.
• Heating and / or cooking of all foods for hot hold.
• Assisting with daily food preparation.
• Using knife skills to precisely cut as required.
• Keeping calm in high‑pressure situations.
• Managing time between multiple jobs.
• Using people skills to build relationships with fellow staff quickly.
• Creating prep lists.
• Assisting with set‑up of the bain‑marie area and food service.
• Preparing short‑order meals.
• Stocking fridges / freezers, dishes and cleaning within the galley as directed by the Chief Cook.
• Maintaining the safe and hygienic operation of the vessel’s galley in conjunction with the NZFSA Food Control Plan.

Benefits for you

For this role, there is the option to either live on board or walk‑on walk‑off. Live‑on‑board crew have use of a cabin with own ensuite bathroom while on board.

What we look for?

How to Apply

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