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Emma Theunissen

@emmatheun

Experienced Crew Chef and Sous Chef

Melbourne, Australia
Available Now
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Sous Chef+2

About

I am focused on joining a well-run motor yacht with a supportive crew. I bring strong drive, a positive attitude, and a dependable work ethic, and I’m keen to keep growing through ongoing professional training.

Personal Details

Age29 years
GenderFemale
ResidenceAustralia

Career Objective

To leverage my culinary skills and experience in a dynamic yacht environment, providing exceptional meals and service to crew and guests.

Passports

Australia

Hobbies & Interests

I enjoy exploring new cuisines, cooking techniques, and maintaining a sustainable cooking ethos.

Experience

Crew Chef / Sous Chef

Jan 2026 - Jan 2026
M/Y Jemasa

Solo food preparations for 12 crew, lunch and dinner daily, accommodating dietary requirements, including coeliac. Provisioning for crossing from New Zealand to Australia, complying with bio security laws upon entry to Australia.

Sous Chef

Jan 2025 - Aug 2025
M/Y Quantum Of Solace

Solo food preparations for 19 crew, lunch and dinner daily, occasional cooked breakfasts and morning teas. Providing healthy, varied meals accommodating dietary requirements. Provisioning both in supermarkets and with provisioners while adhering to budgets and maintaining stock levels. Maintaining a clean, hygienic organised galley and dry store. Producing guest desserts and assisting the Head Chef.

Pastry Chef

Sep 2024 - Nov 2024
DRÖM Bakery

Shaping of croissants and danishes in an assortment of shapes incl. Pain au Chocolate, Pain Suisse and Half Moons. Filling and decorating up to 20 varieties of croissants daily, producing upwards of 400+ as a team. Preparation of fillings, including custards, jams and curds to maintain appropriate supply levels.

Certifications & Qualifications

Other

STCW Basic Safety Training
ENG 1 Medical Fitness Certificate
RYA Powerboat Level II
Food Hygiene Level III
Ships Cook Certificate
Culinary Trained
Proficiency in Designated Security Duties (PDSD)

Languages

EnglishNative

References

2 references

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