Cook/steward - merchant Navy

Would you like to work for an organisation that works towards protecting Scotland's seas for the benefit of all in Scotland?

If you can you demonstrate the relevant practical experience and want to be part of an organisation committed to excellent work place culture, then we currently have vacancies available for the post of Cook/Steward on board our Marine Protection and Marine Research Vessels.

You will also be required to work in the capacity of either Cook and/or Steward, dependent on vessel requirements

As Cook/Steward, you could be based onboard any of the Marine Protection or Research vessels.  You will assist the Chief Steward with cooking and galley preparation as well as looking after the general housekeeping of cabins and communal areas onboard the vessels.  The role will follow a marine working pattern which in general is 3 weeks on/off on the Patrol vessels and 4 weeks on/off on the research vessels.

The Marine Directorate is the lead marine management organisation in Scotland.  It was established in April 2009 as a Directorate of the Scottish Government (SG), to integrate core marine functions involving scientific research, compliance monitoring, policy and management of Scotland's seas.

The Marine Research Vessels’ main function is to ensure efficient and effective provision at sea to support the work of the scientific programme within Marine Scotland. Information gathered on research cruises is essential to the success of the scientific programme.

The Marine Protection Vessels are Minna, Jura and Hirta and carry out patrols which normally last 21 days. Research cruises vary in length, but are generally 28 days.

All vessels work double crewing allowing for trip on/trip off rostering.

• Preparation and cooking of all meals, as per menus, for vessel’s crew and any official visitors or guests.
• Assist Chief Steward, if appropriate, with preparing daily menus.
• Cleaning galley, food handling spaces, refrigerated and dry food store rooms including all equipment, utensils, surfaces and fixtures and ensuring a high standard of hygiene is maintained.
• Serve meals.
• Assist with storing.
• To note and observe content of relevant fleet instructions and duty rosters.
• Other duties at the discretion of the Commanding Officer or First Officer (Executive).

Competencies:

Self-Awareness

Team Work

Customer Service

Job related professional and technical skills

Full Ship’s Cook Certificate of Competency

Relevant STCW certification including up to date certification in Personal Survival Techniques, Basic Firefighting, elementary first, Personal and Social Responsibility plus Proficiency in Security Duties

Valid unrestricted ENG1 medical certificate

Food Hygiene Certification (as per latest STCW requirements)

Essential Criteria:

1.  Experience working in the capacity of either Cook Steward.

2.  Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work with the minimum of supervision to produce a high standard nutritious food.

3.  Experience maintaining a high standard of hygiene both in preparation of food and in cleaning galley, food handling spaces and food store rooms.

4.  Ability to manage your own time and plan your work day to ensure all required tasks are completed at the appropriate times.

Interview and Assessment:  Dates to be confirmed

Time in post:

You will be expected to remain in post for a minimum of three years unless successful at gaining promotion to a higher Band or Grade.

HOW TO APPLY & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: 

How to apply: 

To apply for this post, you will need to provide the information requested below via the online application process.

You must fully complete and submit an online application via the website before the closing date using evidence based examples to demonstrate your knowledge/skills (300 words). Remember, your answers should be clear, concise and reflect what actions you undertook. You may want to use the STAR(R) approach to respond to each criterion.

Additional information:

For further information, please download and review the “Person Specification” which you will find below.

Person_Specification_Band_A

In the event that further posts are required, a reserve list of successful candidates will be kept for up to 12 months.

For information regarding this post please contact stuart.gregor@gov.scot

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