HOTEL MANAGER

You must have several years of experience as Hotel Manager (cruise experience would be an advantage), be passionate about your profession, always place the guest as your first priority, and know how to convey that philosophy to the team under you. Fluency in the English language both written and spoken is a must whilst for those vessels carrying passengers from the USA & Europe, an excellent knowledge of German is also needed. Knowledge of any other languages will be considered as an advantage. As the leader of the ship’s non-operational crew you will be expected to be a skilled team leader and be able to motivate people to perform at their best, setting your own performance as their example. Excellent administration and logistics skills as well as having a flair for organization are equality essential. Finally, you must have the ability to easily communicate with the guests building a positive customer services atmosphere on board your vessel.

CRUISE DIRECTOR

You must have several years’ experience in this role or any other Public Relation Position (cruise experience would be an advantage). A positive and outgoing personality, an ability to communicate clearly, and a very good knowledge both of German and English are musts for this position. Any additional language would be an advantage. You will be tasked with backing up the Hotel Manager in various administrative tasks, ensuring that cruises run smoothly in accordance to the agreed program. You and you team will have the responsibility of organized the daily entertainment program, and provide informative briefing to the passengers referring to the various landmarks and points of interest whilst cruising being the source of information where guests turn first when they have questions, problems or wishes. So, you have to be constantly ready to guarantee that communications between your department and other departments always work perfectly.

HEAD CHEF

You must have several years’ experience as chef/head chef (cruise experience would be an advantage). A very good knowledge of German is necessary (and of English on ships carrying passengers from the USA & Europe). Excellent organization and production skills are a must as well being in a position to manage your kitchen team so as to ensure high efficiency and productivity as well as excellent quality of the delivered products. Excellent knowledge of international gastronomy and current food trends is essential in order to be able to design and implement high quality a menu cycles for each cruise depending on the specifics agreed with the cruise organizers always ensuring that cost is kept within the agreed budgets. Effective stock control management and precise ordering of the required materials are also essential. Excellent knowledge and implementation of HACCP procedures are also required for the kitchen operations as well as the ability to train kitchen personnel of the implementation of such procedures.

COOK

You must have formal training as a cook and have already worked in similar positions for several years. A basic knowledge of English is necessary .You must have the experience and ability to produce under the guidance of the Head Chef international and specified dishes always at the level of quality of the given specification You are resilient, a team player, and appreciate being solely responsible for your various functions (in charge of the larder, desserts, sauces, and patisserie). It is up to you to delight our guests with fresh, creative and also regional cuisine.

MAITRE D’HOTEL

You must have several years of experience as a Restaurant Manager (cruise experience would be an advantage). A very good knowledge of English is necessary .We seek an extrovert, who can play to perfection the part of dealing stylishly with all our guests in the restaurant. This includes motivating and training an international service team of which you are always, visibly, the leader. In addition to knowledge of 5-star service standards you will have a talent for organization and sales, and will bring your creativity and initiative to the various on-board events. You will maintain hygiene standards and ensure that the ambience is always clean and attractive.

WAITER

You must have extensive knowledge of the service sector with several years of service in similar positions. A very good knowledge of English is a must. Other languages would be an advantage. You must be a team player and like to take responsibility; you must enjoy providing your guests with a careful and attentive service. You must demonstrate a focused approach towards the work assigned to you and have the ability to radiate friendliness at all times.

CABIN STEWARDESS

A completed apprenticeship is required as well as working experience as Stewardess (house maid) in a fast pace 4 to 5-star Hotel accommodating an international clientele. Alternatively, equivalent European Qualification in Housekeeping is an advantage.  Must have working experience with an extensive
e cleaning program and good knowledge of English and / or German. Ship's experience would be a plus but not a condition. Candidates must have an outgoing, friendly and courteous personality as well as a well-groomed appearance. Must be flexible and stress-resistant and have the ability to work in a team that is focused on exceeding guest expectations. Good knowledge of hygiene is a must.

LAUNDRY STEWARDESS

You must have a strong sense of order and cleanliness. The main task is to ensure cleanliness and order throughout the ship, while respecting the privacy of the guests. As laundry stewardess you will be responsible for washing and ironing the entire hotel, restaurant and guest laundry as well as crew uniforms. You also help with the cleaning of the cabins and public areas. Communication skills in English are necessary in order to understand the wishes of guests, and instructions from your supervisor. Must be flexible and stress-resistant and ability to work in a team that is focused on exceeding guest expectations. Good knowledge of hygiene is a must.

RECEPTIONIST

As part of the hospitality team you should be prepared for every eventuality: as a receptionist on board ship, you will be both hostess and the first contact partner for our guests. Hence, you must always have an overview, remain calm and sovereign at all times and be able to deal with guests brilliantly. You must also be supportive to the Hotel Manager in the accurate billing of passengers and the accounting tasks required by the company expected to handle with accuracy payment transactions and prepare relevant reports. Professional training in hotel management or customer services management is essential for this position. Professional experience in reception or experience aboard a ship is a distinct advantage for this position. You must be at least 21 years old, speak German perfectly and have a business fluent command of the English language. French constitutes an advantage. Finally, you must be able to build positive rapport with passenger and provide them with information regarding the services offered on board and during the cruise in general.

BARKEEPER

Entertainer and all-rounder: In the bar of a ship your multiple talents are important for a successful operation. As a bartender you are responsible to the entire beverage service on board. You make recommendations and prepare exotic cocktails to fulfill expectations of the guest. At the same time, you are leader of the Bar team and responsible for the complete bar inventory. Your friendly manners and your reliable operation make the difference for the success of the bar service on board. You are at least 23 years old and your completed vocational training strengthens your skills as a bartender. Based on your experience, you have a good cocktail repertoire ranging from classical to trendy. Your good to very good English and German language skills are just as strong as your flexibility and your sales skills.

HAIRDRESSER/SHOP MANAGERESS

We seek a person with a high degree of flexibility and commitment. You must have successfully completed your training as hairdresser, speak German, English and/or French, and have the right personality to provide your services with charm. In addition to deploying your fashion-related personal service skills you will also be employed in our on-board shop. For this we need a good communicator with a responsible manner and a commercial touch, who also enjoys dealing directly with guests. Quite often you will also help out at Reception, for instance when the guests are arriving.

MUSICAL ENTERTAINER (SINGLE OR DUO BAND)

You should perform a variety of musical styles, being highly interactive with a wide range of guest demographics, and emphasis on popular music from the 1950s to present. You possess also the ability to perform as a cocktail piano player, a variety of musical styles during tea-time, in the afternoon, and ascertain the musical tastes of the passengers. Requirements during the musical entertainment in the evening include proficiency as an instrumentalist and vocalist with a large repertoire of music from which to draw (most should be from memory) and the ability to cater to a diverse range of guests from different countries (USA, Germany, France etc.) with varied musical taste. You should be able to develop a rapport and interact with the cruise director during his activities in the bar to provide an enjoyable entertainment experience.

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