Galley Team Leader
General
Min 1 Year
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Driven to provide hope & healing.
Mercy Ships is an international charity that brings hope and healing to the world’s forgotten poor through state-of-the-art hospital ships. Since 1978, our volunteer crew—made up of medical professionals and skilled workers from over 60 nations—has delivered free surgeries and medical care to over 2.8 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa, transforming lives one patient and one port at a time. Join our global team of over 3,000 volunteers and help us change lives daily.
About this role
Our Galley Team daily supplies the Crew, Day Crew, patients and caregivers with the food they need to keep on going. The Galley Team Leader will supervise and join one of two teams to ensure proper preparation of meals and cleanliness, safety, and hygiene of the Galley.
This team will serve up to 1,700 meals a day in a role that is mostly performed standing up and moving around.
Requirements
Each role with Mercy Ships calls for a unique blend of experience, skills, and qualifications. The info below outlines what’s needed to serve effectively in this position—to meet operational standards and to help you thrive as part of the team.
What You Will Contribute
Oversight of the Galley team in meal preparation, cleanup, and sanitation.
Ensure the galley team is trained in the procedures and safety factors of the equipment before use.
Lead setup and stocking of cooking stations with necessary supplies.
Ensure cleanliness and organization of the galley area, adhering to sanitation standards.
Adapt to any changes in the menu or galley procedures as directed by the Galley Team Leader, Senior Chef, or Food Services Manager.
Assist the Senior Chef and Food Services Manager.
Attend departmental meetings on all workdays.
What You Will Need
Successful completion of Mercy Ships On Boarding program
Supportive of Mercy Ships mission and vision and committed to its core values.
Understand and apply servant leadership, work collaboratively with integrity and demonstrate accountability.
Able to live in and contribute to community life, requiring stable and healthy interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and work well within a team dynamic.
Able to lift 30 lbs./14 kg. regularly and have endurance for physical labor activities including bending, kneeling, and walking up and down stairs.
Prior cooking experience in a restaurant, fast food, cafeteria, or equivalent commercial kitchen is required.
Prior leadership experience preferred, ideally in a restaurant or culinary setting.
Culinary degree or relevant culinary training preferred.
About the team
You’ll be part of a Volunteer Team that’s most relevant to your role, working side by side with a diverse community of volunteers using their skills to serve, and supporting daily life on board.
Frequently asked questions.
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The experience of a lifetime is calling.
More than 1,200 volunteers from over 60 nations serve with Mercy Ships each year.
At Mercy Ships, we are proud to be recognized around the world for the life-changing surgeries and training we deliver. We could not achieve this without our dedicated community of talented volunteers.
Imagine finishing your shift and stepping onto deck as the sun sets—knowing that today you’ve helped transform the lives of those who need it most. Apply now to start a journey that will reshape the lives of those you serve—and your own.
Faith-Led Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Mercy Ships is a faith-based organization welcoming volunteers from diverse backgrounds and experiences who are committed to our mission and values. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.
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Volunteer opportunities and invitations to serve will always come directly from Mercy Ships’ official volunteer engagement teams. Never provide personal information to anyone without confirming their connection to Mercy Ships.
