What is it?
The Ships’ Cook Certificate is a mandatory requirement for all chefs on commercially registered vessels operating more than 60 miles offshore, or with 10 or more crew on board.
This qualification is run in accordance with the requirements of MLC (Maritime Labour Convention) and the ILO (International Labour Organisation) with respect to ship’s cooks and other catering personnel to confirm that applicants have the necessary skills and knowledge.
Requirements
be at least 18 years of age
have completed a minimum of 1 month of actual sea service service in any capacity
have completed training in accordance with the learning outcomes and assessment criteria set out in annex 1 and annex 2 MSN 1846 (M) MLC 2006 food and catering ship's cooks and catering staff - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
have completed the following standards of training certification and watchkeeping (STCW) basic safety courses:
personal survival techniques (STCW Code A-VI/1-1)
fire prevention and fire fighting (STCW Code A-VI/1-2)
elementary first aid (STCW Code A-VI/1-3)
personal safety and social responsibility (STCW Code A-VI/1-4)
security awareness
hold a current seafarer medical fitness certificate (ENG 1) or equivalent.
How to apply
Complete the MSF 4395 application form and post it together with the required documentation by post to:
Registry of Shipping & Seamen
Anchor Court
Keen Road
Cardiff
CF24 5JW
Should you not want to send your originals, we are authorised to issue certified copies for the MCA.