Sous Chef (m/f/d)

AIDA CruisesRostockArbeitsagenturpublished 09/23/2026
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AIDA Cruises is the leading cruise company in Germany and offers trips to over 250 ports worldwide. Whether at sea or on land, as an innovative company, we offer excellent jobs. Become part of our international AIDA family and set sail on a great journey with us. The cohesion at AIDA is something very special, not just during working hours. Our various teams from more than 60 nations on land and on board are international, diverse, colorful, and respectful in every respect. Only in this way can this special AIDA spirit arise, which we and our guests love. Together, we tackle new challenges time and again, remaining open to new worlds and new people. And when are you joining us? Find your #PlaceToWe Welcome to AIDA - the company where team spirit is truly lived. Join our international AIDA family and work for one of the best-known and most innovative cruise companies worldwide. We are looking for you at the earliest possible date on board our ships.

Your targeted goal

  • Coordination of the entire planning and organization of an upscale à-la-carte restaurant or buffet restaurant
  • Ensuring flawless preparation, quality, and appealing presentation of food in accordance with our high quality standards
  • Planning, leading, and motivating an international team
  • Control of goods ordering and storage as well as the use of goods
  • Advising guests regarding food intolerances or allergies
  • Responsible for the correct implementation of our hygiene, environmental, and safety standards

Your previous course

  • Completed vocational training as a chef, ideally additional training as a Küchenmeister and demonstrable professional and leadership experience in hotel or restaurant kitchens
  • Knowledge in the areas of HACCP and food intolerances
  • Very good English skills and confident handling of MS Office
  • Strong service and guest orientation, sovereignty, and sense of responsibility

AIDA Benefits

Nowhere is it easier to combine profession and leisure than on board AIDA: You travel around the whole world while advancing your career. On board our ships, we offer you a unique and extremely exciting working environment. Our product? Everyone loves it!

  • Discover the world & international teamwork
  • Free accommodation & meals
  • Diverse corporate culture & unique team spirit
  • Exclusive crew areas
  • Free use of guest areas
  • Regular crew excursions & crew events
  • Personal guidance during the induction period
  • Career advancement through regular training
  • Chance of permanent employment after 2-3 onboard assignments
  • Free social media flatrate
  • Discounts for private holiday trips with AIDA
  • Comprehensive social benefits
  • Numerous discounts on board as well as many other benefits

Set sail with us! We look forward to receiving your application documents, which you can submit as an online application on our career portal www.aida.de/careers.