Saloon Rating (Cook)

Saloon Rating (Cook) Course

This department is responsible for preparing food and meals for the crew on board. They also maintain living quarters of the crew and the mess halls. The department ensures the nutritional well-being of all personnel while maintaining high standards of hygiene and inventory management.

The learner will develop a comprehensive understanding of galley systems, procedures, and strategic knowledge to bring about efficiency in operations. The chief Steward maintains inventories of food stuffs, linen, bedding, and furniture. Other staff roles include chief cook, baker, and attendants.

Certification & Training:

Candidates undergo training as required under the standards of training certification and watch keeping STCW-2010 Convention. After completion of pre-sea training, the course certificate is issued by the academy approved by the Director General of Shipping, Ministry of Surface and Transport, Govt. of India. Candidates will also be awarded the Continuous Discharge Certificate (CDC).