Certificate Course In Maritime Catering
Specialized training for ship cooks and catering staff providing culinary services on merchant vessels.
Course Description
The Certificate Course in Maritime Catering is designed for individuals aspiring to work as ship cooks and catering staff on merchant vessels. This program combines culinary skills with maritime-specific requirements for food service at sea.
Ship cooks play a vital role in crew welfare by providing nutritious and appetizing meals in challenging maritime environments. This course covers food preparation, hygiene, inventory management, and international cuisine suitable for diverse crew nationalities.
Course Objectives
- Master cooking techniques suitable for ship kitchens
- Understand food safety and hygiene standards at sea
- Learn inventory and provisions management
- Develop skills in international and multi-cuisine cooking
- Understand dietary requirements and menu planning
- Learn galley equipment operation and maintenance
Entry Requirements
Prerequisites
- Age: 18-35 years
- Passed 8th standard minimum
- Basic cooking knowledge preferred
- Medically fit for seafaring
- Indian national
Required Documents
- Educational certificates
- Passport
- Medical fitness certificate
- Character certificate
- Passport-sized photographs
Prior cooking experience is advantageous but not mandatory. Must be willing to work in galley environment.
Terms & Conditions
- Complete training program with practical sessions
- Pass practical cooking assessments
- Complete food safety and hygiene module
- Pass final examination
- Complete STCW basic safety training
How to Register
Apply
Submit application with documents
Medical Test
Complete seafarer medical examination
Enrollment
Complete admission and payment
Training
Begin course with practical kitchen training
