David J Mc Donald Greves
About David J Mc Donald Greves
David J Mc Donald Greves is a Senior Executive Chef at Viking Cruises with extensive experience in the culinary industry, including previous roles at Princess Cruises and Celebrity Cruises.
Current Position at Viking Cruises
David J Mc Donald Greves currently holds the position of Senior Executive Chef at Viking Cruises, overseeing culinary operations on a global scale. In his role, he leads a team of 100 to 120 galley staff members, ensuring compliance with USPH, UKPH, HACCP, and Public Health Standards. He has developed a list of core ingredients and calculated menu item costs for the head office. Greves also regulates culinary operations for cooking demonstrations and builds communications in guest dining rooms. Additionally, he delivers strategic guidance on cleanliness, sanitation, and environmental regulations across six vessels.
Previous Experience at Princess Cruises
From 2009 to 2017, David J Mc Donald Greves served as a Senior Executive Chef at Princess Cruises, working worldwide. During his tenure of eight years, he gained valuable experience in managing large-scale culinary operations. This role contributed to his extensive expertise in the cruise industry and laid the foundation for his current position at Viking Cruises.
Career at Celebrity Cruises and Skittles Restaurant
Between 2008 and 2009, David J Mc Donald Greves worked as an Executive Chef at Celebrity Cruises, Inc. for one year. Prior to that, he was the Executive Chef and Owner of Skittles Restaurant in the United Kingdom from 2006 to 2008. His time in both positions helped him hone his skills in culinary management and restaurant ownership.
Stints at Haselbury Mill and Silversea Cruises
David J Mc Donald Greves served as the Executive Chef at Haselbury Mill in Somerset, England, from 2005 to 2006. He then moved to Silversea Cruises, where he held the role of Executive Chef from 2003 to 2005. Both of these positions added to his rich portfolio of experience in diverse culinary environments.
Education and Culinary Training
David J Mc Donald Greves studied at Apex Training Centre, where he earned a Master's Degree in Advanced Culinary Arts, with a focus on Food Preparation and Professional Cooking. This advanced training provided him with the foundational skills and knowledge necessary for his successful career in the culinary industry. His formal education has been instrumental in his various high-level roles.