How's the cable ship? I'm an AB, seen that job on the board quite a few times.
@jeffdickerson3Ай бұрын
Fantastic video, food looks as amazing as you!
@caitlinlavin4548Ай бұрын
Do they assign beds and closets?
@chefslog2970Ай бұрын
@@caitlinlavin4548 no, it’s kind of first come first serve
@wlasky1002 ай бұрын
I was thinking about doing this. I'm 46, a good cook, can learn, but have never done it professionally. Do you think I could be a cook on a ship? I see there is some training provided. Or are they more interested in people with a solid cooking background? Nice videos! Thank you!
@Lioness_00073 ай бұрын
Hi just came across your video. I’m currently waiting for my mmc and seriously thinking of joining SIU.
@chefslog29703 ай бұрын
It is a great time to join the union, there are lots of jobs out here
@Lioness_00073 ай бұрын
@@chefslog2970 Yes as soon as I receive my MMC I will apply. I did get hired from NCL but after hearing so many stories, I decided not go forward with them.
@richardvirchow27573 ай бұрын
Great job I am going to try it out thank you! Sincerely! R.S.V.
@swedishfish65053 ай бұрын
Ive been a commercial fisherman my entire life. I just got a job at Western Towboat. I cooked my whole career but out fishing is a little different. meat and potatoes style meals. On the tugs i learned pretty quick that there is more of a standard. Im cooking for 5-7 people. Its way more stressful because it has to be served right on time and hot of course. Its been challenging. I came across your video looking for recipes to add to my cookbook. good video. Whoever said that you would be graped is insane.. like are we just a bunch of barbarians out here? 😂
@monkadelic133 ай бұрын
I might be getting a job on a tug as a cook. Any advice for someone that has 25 years experience, with culinary and management training? Its been a hot minute since I went into healthcare past 15 years... and that covid vaccine BS really wrecked my career, and have been searching for a new one every since 2022. My cousin is high up on the ladder at this company so I have the job if I want it.. and my port will be only a 90 mile drive to memphis, so that is a plus
@chefslog29703 ай бұрын
So much advice! Haha, 1. Be a team player. Keep flexible and have a positive attitude 2. Don’t be afraid to modernize meal service. Update the salad bar, add proteins and creative toppings (my boys loved the candied spiced nuts). 3. Be clean. The guys see the galley all the time and if it’s dirty, they don’t trust you to keep their food safe. 4. Don’t be afraid to be creative. Make some Indian food, or Mexican food. You will have picky eaters but as long as your salad bar is nice, they always have an alternative 5. Snacks are a thing. Try to have lots of junk food on hand, but also trail mix and power bars 6. On my ship, individually portioned desserts are more popular than anything they have to scoop themselves. 7. Bring books and video games and your laptop. Once you have you meal system down, you will have down time. 8. Make sure you keep track of who has eaten and who had to work thru meal service. Make a plate for anyone who wasn’t there and wrap it w their name And enjoy the ride!
@jaydubbyuh22924 ай бұрын
Good for you and lucky for the crew
@nslsongs244 ай бұрын
Good to knowv👍
@rb66624 ай бұрын
This is a very interesting video, some lovely at sea scenes, great music. Wonderful food. Yummy
@mariner13586 ай бұрын
Hello, were you getting sea time towards an AB credential on that ATB with Crowley? Thank you, great video...!
@chefslog29706 ай бұрын
Yes you do get seatime.
@JerryC4236 ай бұрын
I was trying to reachout via FB like you said in your vid. Im intrerested in this field namely the cooking aspect. Would love some advice
@chefslog29703 ай бұрын
What questions do you have?
@JerryC4233 ай бұрын
@@chefslog2970 What is best way to perceive once you have your credentials, medical card, twic, and passport to get into cooking on a ship?
@JerryC4233 ай бұрын
@@chefslog2970 I may have forgotten some other questions, Id have to rewatch your video to try and remember
@MrRonpoole016 ай бұрын
Ola chef. I was with the 2nd opening crew on the Pride of Aloha were supposed to be on the Pride of America but it partially sunk in Germany
@jimjasinski48616 ай бұрын
WTF 😊
@jacklong5136 ай бұрын
Promo sm 🌺
@Villlz7 ай бұрын
Did you have to get a secret clearance to work at subcom?
@ghanoughanou6687 ай бұрын
Hey rachael!! this abdel from POA...great video!! thank you for sharing! i just sent you a friend request on fb.
@baileysbassethounds8 ай бұрын
What are the cons? I do agree that our kids need more options than just college. Something like this or trade schools would be excellent choices for many.
@chefslog29708 ай бұрын
The cons are 7 days a week work weeks, difficult to maintain land based romantic relationships. And if you are sea sick, it’s a problem.
@baileysbassethounds8 ай бұрын
@@chefslog2970 I’d also like to see more cooking videos from the tug boat. If still doing those.
@chefslog29708 ай бұрын
@@baileysbassethounds I don’t work on the tug boat any more, but I can do one for the Dependable.
@user-mw4dv6sb2n8 ай бұрын
fire drill 3 or 4 times a week idk about that because that's excessive
@user-mw4dv6sb2n8 ай бұрын
chef long what certifications do i need to work on the type of boat you're on? I've been cooking for 20yrs i have a cajun background
@terrywynn97679 ай бұрын
You are an amazing cook. I am sure everyone is very glad to have you aboard.
@KarmaofOminit10 ай бұрын
So glad I found you! Love to support my SCA friends!! My channel does herbal remedies and Crystal videos. Just heard you were in an accident and I’m sending you lots of healing prayers!
@bayoumanbryan10 ай бұрын
new sub here. im looking forward to following you on you travels. im disabled for 18 years (bad knees, bad back and a few more issues) i worked offshore for 14 years on gas and oil production platform. i really have missed being out there especially since i was only 42 when i got hurt the last time. i do have a hard time hearing you. could you please record at a higher volume. happy travels. i miss having 3 meals a day cooked for me wish i could eat your cooking. some of the meals looked really good. i hope that you show your meals on all of your shows. Good luck.
@TheKBK210 ай бұрын
Enjoy watching your vlogs, stay safe!
@jamesmilburn756911 ай бұрын
I grew up in Texas and the best fajitas I ever had were by a CS1 Navy cook. Even allowing for the fact that I was kinda hungry those were the absolute best and I have eaten Fajitas from Sherman to Brownsville.
@clawhammerinc11 ай бұрын
lucky crew, wish i had a cook lol, good luck in your future, food looks awsome
@lawrenceburchett741111 ай бұрын
From 1976-1979 I worked on Coastwise Tug Quaker , built 1902 , Camden New Jersey , we ran with 4 men 6 on 6 off , deck hands were responsible for , all deck work , general Engineering and cooking , and you had better feed the Boyos well .Bath Maine , to Galveston Texas , most however Mid-Atlantic and the Chesapaeke .Original Cast Iron Stove , oil fired at that point , too hot , too bad. lol...Make it work .No matter what , get it done . Off the Jersey coast , in a Nor'Easter blowing 40+ kns , so rough , cast Iron frying pan flew off the store and smashed to the deck , and broke , scattering my Sausage gravy all over , too rough to even keep milk in the cereal bowls , managed to make grilled cheese on the cook top , by keeping spatula on top the bread with hand , and holding the eff on with the other ...Yeah know about a Tugboat...
@chefslog297011 ай бұрын
6 on 6 off is rough! Yep, it’s tug life :)
@lawrenceburchett741111 ай бұрын
Sometimes old Tugboaters tell storys ...well that was not one , I wish you well in your chosen path I am first an foremost a WoodenBoat carpenter, however ...I am Tugboter and they are ...umm , shall we say specicial...@@chefslog2970
@alanbierhoff683111 ай бұрын
I had a friend who was a crew member on a Great Lakes 1000’ ore carrier and he started every conversation with what they’d served since the last time he talked to us and how great the food was.
@philipchesley961511 ай бұрын
Marry me!!!!!!!!!!!! Well at least when you're on shore.... Muahhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ------------- Those dishes are bone stock monumenta! Congrats meastro!!!
@armick5711 ай бұрын
Please review your audio settings foe your dialogue segments. Very frustrating to have to adjust volume to max for dialogue and down for scene shots.
@donaldlouisjohn365211 ай бұрын
My favorite picture- counter 7:25. …. So happy that the men were cool. … Mount Tam in last picture.
@Jeffrey-ed8sz11 ай бұрын
Thanks for letting people know that Merchant Mariners are loyal, and responsible, hard working individuals. As a retired Master, I say you have performed well, in your chosen profession.😊
@mariner13586 ай бұрын
Union work is crap. If you hav not been there for 3 years, they will move you from boat to boat. You will not get 6 months of work out of them either. I know. The iBU keeps moving me around and cancelling my trips. Ive worked 100 days in 8 months. I am going broke here. The union has ruined my opinion of the company I work for . I did an interview with Crowley and they could not promise me anything,.. No consistent work and no way to even promise me a particular boat. iBU has wrecked worker pride and confidence. The union representative in Seattle refuses to give me the contact information for the Union Shop Steward in the company I work for. The company I work for wont give me his name or contact information either. Isn't that Illegal?
@Dave-df1vu11 ай бұрын
you are beautiful, marry me lol i need a chef like you,
@oceanventure11 ай бұрын
Next time you crew up, ask each member what brand of mayonnaise they prefer best foods or miracle whip. Long story short, there was only one miracle whip lover, and I threaten to throw all of them over the side. It was funny to see his reaction. Looks like the guys are eating good enjoy your journey.
@captmoa11 ай бұрын
The crew is lucky to have you. I guarantee they appreciate the heck out of you. (I had a cook once who boiled the steaks) I was a supply boat captain for 34 years. Stay safe.
@danmc781511 ай бұрын
I think I had the same cook on a dredge in the late 1980s. In one week, he cooked both a filet mignon and a prime rib. One he made into a stew and the other a beef stroganoff. We asked for him to be fired, and they did fire him. I will not reveal his name, only recall his first name anyway, but we just referred to him as "Stew." That job had a couple lousy cooks. For most of my time on tugs, we had no cook.
@fredself784611 ай бұрын
Please speak up.
@rickylappin886211 ай бұрын
Why are you whispering
@mccarthysoutdoorsandgunclu44611 ай бұрын
I was an Ordinary on a 220' AHTS vessel in Dutch Harbor, in 85 when our Female cook QUIT 4 days into a 42 day hitch. Capt. Found out, i had run Lines in fine restaurants prior. I was appointed cook. 3 days in, the other 13 Men were hooked. Every day, i made 12 loaves of bread, along with the meals, and cakes and pies. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 we ALL left that hitch, FATTER. I loved cooking for the creww.
@rjtrisurfer11 ай бұрын
Couldn't hear you.
@dm75thRanger11 ай бұрын
Loved the video, but volume was low and hard to hear.
@dukeblue999911 ай бұрын
Food looks incredible
@ericsarchive771811 ай бұрын
If you fed me like that, I'd fight Sasquatch to protect you. Beef Wellington?! On a tug?! Bacon wrapped anything, hell ya!
@NBZW11 ай бұрын
👍👍
@johnnytoobad428711 ай бұрын
Wow! Great video! A slice of America few ever see. Thanks!
@aviationphd11 ай бұрын
My message to picky eaters is…shut up and eat it.
@chefslog297011 ай бұрын
Haha my main picky eater was the Captain! And he was a great guy, I was happy to make sure he ate well
@bill206611 ай бұрын
That sounds like the great name of a Restraunt: "The Tug Boat Chef"