Head Baker – Luxury Cruise Line

About the role

The Head Baker at Silversea Cruises leads all bakery operations aboard the ship, delivering luxury‑level breads, viennoiserie and specialty dietary products for premium dining venues and special events.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily production of breads, pastries and bakery items across all onboard venues.
• Create artisan products such as sourdough, laminated pastries, gluten‑free and regionally inspired specialties.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef, Pastry Chef and Fleet Corporate Pastry Chef to develop and adapt recipes.
• Maintain strict quality, presentation and consistency standards.
• Ensure compliance with USPH, HACCP, ILO and ISO maritime safety and hygiene regulations.
• Manage inventory, control portions and minimise waste.
• Train, supervise and mentor bakery staff, fostering professional growth.
• Engage with guests during culinary events and demonstrations.

Required profile

• Valid STCW95 certification.
• Proven experience as Head Baker or Senior Baker in a luxury hotel, Michelin‑starred restaurant or cruise line.
• Culinary degree or equivalent certification preferred.
• International hospitality or cruise ship experience is highly advantageous.
• Physically and medically fit with high moral integrity.
• Fluent English (additional languages a plus).

Required skills

• STCW95 certification.
• In‑depth knowledge of USPH, HACCP, ILO and ISO maritime safety procedures.
• Advanced expertise in artisanal bread baking, laminated doughs and modern dietary alternatives (e.g., gluten‑free).