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MARITIME SHIP'S COOK CERTIFICATION MADE EASY.
Want to be inline with all international maritime regulations, get certified!
For many years now, an independent IFS affiliate, is authorized to administer ship's cooks certifications. To help make the process even easier and ensure your success, we can provide you practice tests and specialized preparation courses at the IFS Academy.
Obligatory minimum requirements regarding the proof of competence for a ship’s cook serving at sea.
- 21 years or older
- Having a sea service of at least 36 months in the kitchen of seagoing vessel;
- Pass a theoretical and practical exam that show you meet below Certification Competence Standard
Certification - Competence Standards
Efficient management of stock
Composition of a balanced menu for the ship’s galley
Calculation of the quantities/portions and ordering of provision
Excellent knowledge of dishes
Excellent knowledge regarding hygiene, safety and MARPOL
Preparation of A4-dish course
Preparation of bread and pastry
For further details on above mentioned certification competence standards or if you want to get prepared for your upcoming test, download below files containing all required information to determine whether you or your ship's cooks meets all defined standards. In case you need more detailed information or if you want to subscribe for an upcoming certification test, fill out our contact sheet
