Deck Steward for Orient Express Sailing Yachts

V.Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent leisure cruise company is seeking a Deck Steward for Orient Express sailing yachts. The role involves ensuring the cleanliness of outdoor areas and delivering exceptional service to guests. Candidates should have a high school degree and hospitality training, along with STCW certificates. Experience in similar roles is preferred, but not mandatory. This position requires fluency in English and involves working shipboard.

Qualifications

• Fluent English is required.
• Previous experience as a deck steward or in a utility role is preferred.
• Valid STCW certificates are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of pool decks and public outdoor areas.
• Assist in food and beverage service to guests.
• Participate in onboard training programs.

Skills

Fluent English

Luxury service

Hospitality skills

Education

High school degree

Hospitality training

Job description

Deck Steward for Orient Express Sailing Yachts

Department: Hotel

Employment Type: Contract

Location: Shipboard

Description

V.Ships Leisure is looking for Deck Steward on behalf of Orient Express sailing Yachts. The deck steward oversees the set-up and cleanliness/readiness of any outdoor areas, including pool deck and external lounging decks, as well as delivers food & beverage items to guests in these locations as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Sets-up, breaks-down and maintains cleanliness of pool decks and other public outdoor areas while supporting the bar team with the delivery of Food & Beverage service to Guests.
• Responsible for placing and removing and maintaining pool furniture daily.
• Retrieving clean, folding, distributing, picking-up and returning dirty pool towels and sunbed covers.
• Providing water for guests and outdoor venues and assisting wait staff with delivering pass rounds including food, beverages and clearing dishes and glasses.
• Provides luxury service to guests in a courteous and professional manner according to Orient Express standards.
• Active participation in onboard training programs.
• Additional duties, not mentioned here, will be expected as per management request.

Education/Experience/Qualifications:

• Languages: Fluent English.
• Education: High school degree or related. Hospitality training appreciated.
• Previous professional experience: Previous role as deck steward or utility.
• Shipboard experience: Not required but preferred.
• Valid STCW certificates.
• Valid Pre-Employment Medical.
• C1D visa mandatory for all positions.