Salary: £30,408 £33,286 + Bonuses
Contract Type: 3 Years Fixed Term Contract
Hours: Full Time (flexibility required mornings, evenings, weekends)
Location: Worldwide on an HMS Aircraft Carrier
What's the opportunity? Think once-in-a-career, pinch-yourself kind of opportunity.
Were on the hunt for an exceptional Chef de Partie with pastry skillspeople who can bring finesse, creativity, and precision to one of the most unique kitchens on the planet.
This isnt your everyday chef job. Youll be crafting high-volume, high-quality dishes for up to 1,500 personnel a day, all while working in an environment few ever get to experience: a Royal Navy Aircraft Carrier, travelling the world as part of an elite culinary team.
Please note: A British Passport is essential for this role.
Are you Open-minded
Resilient
Determined
Strong-willed
Energised by new challenges
Flexible and ready to adapt
If that sounds like you, then trust us this is one opportunity you do notwant to let slip by. Your next big adventure isnt just on the horizon its waiting right around the corner.
Whats in it for you? £30,408 - £33,286 plus Bonuses
3-year fixed-termcontract (with 6-month break clauses)
28 days annual holiday(leave is taken while the ship is docked)
Free Accommodation
Additional Benefits
Travel and see the world for free!
All meals provided
Free medical insurance
15% NAAFI discount
On-board medical support
Return travel provided in case of emergency, port stops
The Role Youll work on board a Royal Navy HMS Aircraft Carrier, delivering 24-hour catering services to Naval personnel.Youll be part of a tight-knit culinary team, producing everything from fresh bread and pastries to full meal services in a high-volume, high-standard environment.The shift patterns are as follows:
8-hourshifts covering morning, day or night shifts, supporting 24-hour round-the-clock operations
Max 6 working days per week and you'll receive extra compensatory rest days
What's it like living at sea? Life at sea isnt for everyone but for the right person, its an experience like nothing else on earth.
Unique, once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Deployments vary, from 2 weeks to 10 months, travelling anywhere in the world.
Flexibility and adaptability are essential.
Shared cabins for up to 6 (small, compact living quarters)
Communal lounges, bathrooms, and kitchenettes.
Non-smoking environment (vaping allowed in designated areas).
Training & Requirements Once successful, youll complete a paid two-week culinary induction course to sharpen your skills. Youll also need to undertake:
ENG1 Medical fully reimbursed (usually under £100).
Sea Survival Test swimming + platform jump (locations: Portsmouth or Plymouth).
Security Clearance includes a DBS check. Minor or past offences wont automatically rule you out; all cases are reviewed individually.
All training and checks are paid for by NAAFI. Security clearance timelines vary from 2 weeks to 6 months, depending on the individual.
What are we looking for? Minimum 3 years experience, ideally with some supervisory exposure
A valid Food Hygiene certificate
Strong Pastry skills
A Go-Getter!
Ready to Apply? If youre excited by the sound of this, wed love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV showcasing your culinary and pastry experience.
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