Head Baker

About the role

The Head Baker leads the bakery operations aboard Silversea Cruises, delivering luxury‑level baked goods across all dining venues. This senior culinary position combines hands‑on production with team leadership to enhance the guest experience at sea.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily preparation of breads, pastries, and specialty bakery items for all onboard venues, including special events.
• Create artisanal products such as sourdough, laminated pastries, gluten‑free items, and regionally inspired specialties.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef, Pastry Chef, and Fleet Corporate Pastry Chef to develop and adapt bakery offerings.
• Maintain strict quality, presentation, and consistency standards for all bakery outputs.
• Ensure compliance with USPH, HACCP, ILO, ISO, and maritime safety and hygiene regulations.
• Manage inventory, control portions, and reduce waste through effective production planning.
• Train, supervise, and mentor bakery staff, fostering professional growth and high performance.
• 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.
• Advanced knowledge of artisanal bread baking, laminated doughs, and modern dietary alternatives.
• Culinary degree or equivalent certification preferred.
• International hospitality or cruise ship experience is highly advantageous.
• Physically and medically fit with strong moral integrity.

Required skills

• USPH compliance
• HACCP procedures
• ILO and ISO standards
• Artisanal bread baking
• Laminated dough preparation
• Gluten‑free baking
• Inventory management
• Cost control
• Sanitation and safety compliance

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on a world‑class luxury cruise line.
• Professional development within an international culinary team.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.