When planning a voyage, a lot of thought must go into the provisions brought onboard a ship. Firstly, offshore caterers must consider the various vitamins and minerals seafarers need to stay strong as well as a plethora of other nutritional requirements for healthy living at sea. Creating and scheduling a menu accordingly is hard work, but with the right training, caterers may produce a savory line-up of foods each week that speak directly to the needs of the staff.
With other considerations in mind, such as food allergies, preferences, and cultures, caterers are tasked to create a menu that pleases everyone. Before experimenting with recipes and flavours, however, it’s important to first look at both the types of food as well as the amount of food required to properly feed the crew.