Relief Head Chef - Shoals Marine Lab
Core
Oversees kitchen operations on Appledore Island, planning and preparing 20+ meals weekly for up to 100 residents and visitors using scratch cooking and local ingredients.
Role type
Relief Head Chef (Marine Lab Field Station)
Builds
Hearty, balanced meals for island community and catering for day visitors
Domain
Marine research field station / Remote island operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Menu planning, budgeting, food purchasing, staff supervision, HACCP compliance, vessel crew operation, small boat operation, heavy lifting (50+ lbs), long-hour endurance
Preferred skills
Sustainability focus, food waste reduction, local sourcing relationships, dietary restriction management
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Supervise kitchen staff, student workers, and volunteers; ensure health and safety compliance; operate commercial and small vessels; assist with supply transport and loading/unloading
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC