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Saloon Rating Course

Saloon Rating Course

(Approved by Directorate General of Shipping, Govt. of India)

The Saloon Rating Course is specifically designed for candidates aspiring to work in the hospitality and catering department of merchant ships. The course includes a basic orientation in maritime duties followed by extensive training in cookery, food service, hygiene, maintenance of kitchen equipment, and safety precautions on board a vessel.

Upon successful completion, candidates are eligible to work as Chief Cook or Catering Crew on board merchant navy ships.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Educational Qualification:

    • Passed 10th standard with a minimum of 40% marks in Maths and Science

    • Minimum 40% marks in English at 10th, 11th, or 12th level

  • Age Limit:

    • Not exceeding 25 years on the date of course commencement

    • 5 years relaxation for SC/ST candidates

🩺 Medical Fitness:

  • Must be medically fit as per the standards of the Directorate General of Shipping

  • Medical examination must be done by a DG Shipping approved doctor

πŸ“ Selection Procedure:

  1. Written Test and Interview conducted by the institute

  2. Medical Fitness Test approved by DG Shipping

πŸ“š Course Structure:

  • Pre-Sea Training:
    Duration: 6 months
    Content: 4 weeks of basic orientation + 21 weeks of training in cookery, food preparation, service, utensil care, and kitchen safety
    Certification: Pre-Sea Training Certificate (Approved by DG Shipping)

  • On-Board Training:
    Duration: 9 months
    Stipend: USD $200–$400/month
    Role: Sail as a Trainee Cook or Catering Assistant

πŸ“… Course Commencement:

  • January and July every year

πŸ’Ό Sponsorship Requirement:

This course is generally non-sponsored. However, various shipping companies visit institutes for campus recruitment of catering crew. Candidates are strongly advised to check the previous campus placement records of the institute for transparency.

  • On-board training and placement are usually facilitated by the institute after charging training placement fees

πŸ“ˆ Career Growth Path:

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Saloon Rating β†’ Assistant Cook β†’ Chief Cook β†’ Catering Officer (with experience & performance)