How Many Kitchens Are on a Cruise Ship?

By Alice Nichols

The number of Kitchens on a Cruise Ship vary greatly depending on the size and type of cruise ship. Smaller ships typically have one or two main kitchens, while larger ships may have up to five or six.

On board the larger ships, these kitchens can be divided into smaller ones for different types of cuisine. For example, a large cruise ship could have one main kitchen for traditional American cuisine, another for Italian food, and a third for Asian food.

The main kitchen is usually the largest and most sophisticated. It is responsible for producing all of the meals served to passengers throughout the ship.

A team of chefs works in this kitchen to provide breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and desserts. The main kitchen typically has several ovens, stoves and grills as well as refrigerators and freezers.

Aside from the main kitchen, many ships also have speciality kitchens that focus on specific types of cuisine. These can range from sushi bars to Mexican eateries and from pizza places to French bistros. There may even be an ice cream parlor or gelato café onboard some larger ships.

The galley staff on a cruise ship also includes dishwashers and waiters who work in the various restaurants throughout the ship. These people are responsible for cleaning up after meals and helping with food preparation in each restaurant.

Conclusion:

Cruise Ships can have anywhere from one to six kitchens depending on their size and type. The main kitchen is usually very large with several ovens, stoves, grills and refrigerators/freezers while speciality kitchens focus on specific types of cuisine. There are also dishwashers and waiters who work in the various restaurants throughout the ship.