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Second Cook Jobs in the Merchant Navy
What a Second Cook does, the certificates required, and how to get discovered by shipping companies hiring worldwide.
What a Second Cook does
The Second Cook assists the Chief Cook with meal preparation, provisions, and galley hygiene, supporting the catering of the whole crew and building toward Chief Cook.
Certificates and requirements
- Cook / catering training and food-safety awareness
- STCW Basic Safety Training and a valid medical certificate
- Galley and provisions experience
Which ships hire Second Cooks
Second Cooks are needed across the fleet wherever a full catering team sails.
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