Pastry Chef

Company: Lindblad Expeditions
Location: Seattle
Posted on: May 13, 2025

Job Description:

WHO WE ARE

Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.
Lindblad Expeditions is the pioneer in the Expedition Travel space, from taking the first citizen explorers to Antarctica in 1966, to opening the Galapagos and Easter Island to tourism in 1967, to leading the first tourist expedition through the Northwest Passage in 1984, to launching our innovative partnership with National Geographic in 2004. Now taking nearly 25,000 guests per year to some of the world's most remote and pristine locations on our fleet of 15 ships, we do whatever it takes to ensure our guests experience the "Exhilaration of Discovery".

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
Food Preparation
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.
Cleaning
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.
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.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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.
Licenses/Certificates
STCW Basic Safety Training required.
STCW Crowd Management preferred.
USCG Medical Certificate required.
STCW Maritime Security Awareness required.
Current First Aid/CPR certification required.
Target base salary for this role based on experience and vessel and reflects the total daily compensation: $185 - 195/daily
Breakdown of the total compensation range: $135-145 base daily rate + $50 guaranteed tip + 10% vacation pay
Bonus opportunity target: 5%
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 8 weeks on, 4 weeks 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.

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