Waiter / Waitress 2025

Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection, Inc.; Welcome (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Food and Beverage Service Associate, where your passion for hospitality and culinary excellence will shine. In this dynamic role, you will provide exceptional service to guests, ensuring their dining experience is memorable. Collaborate with a diverse team to maintain high standards of cleanliness and efficiency, while also being a part of an exciting environment onboard luxury vessels. If you are enthusiastic about delivering true hospitality and enjoy working in a vibrant setting, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in luxury culinary settings, preferably in hotels or ships.
• Proficiency in English and understanding of food and beverage trends.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly and professional service in all Food and Beverage venues.
• Ensure cleanliness and hygiene in dining areas and equipment.
• Assist in preparing the ship at the end of the season.

Skills

Customer Service

Effective Communication

Time Management

Culinary Skills

Hospitality Management

Education

Experience in Food and Beverage Service

Job description

Job Description

YOU ARE…

• CURIOUS: Future-focused, inquisitive and open-minded; seek out evolving and innovative ways to add value to the organization.
• COLLABORATIVE: To work effectively and inclusively with a range of multicultural people, both within and outside of the organization.
• A ROLE MODEL: Consistently being an example of integrity, impartiality, motivation and respectful communication.
• COURAGEOUS and CONFIDENT: To speak up skillfully, challenging the status quo and to work under pressure.
• TRUE HOSPITALITY: A passionate host, proud of your own personal appearance, with the satisfaction and wellbeing of guests and colleagues at the core of what you do, and a ‘Yes I can’, ‘Yes I want’ attitude.
• AN EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATOR: You know when to talk and when to listen, able to explain everything from company goals to specific tasks. You communicate effectively at all levels, via phone, email, and social media.

Your Position

Reports to Restaurant Assistant Manager and Restaurant Manager and is relieved as per vacation schedule.

What You Need To Do

1. Provide friendly, efficient and professional service in all Food and Beverage venues onboard.
2. Welcome and say goodbye to all guests visiting any venue.
3. Take food and drink orders and deliver them as per standards and hygiene procedures.
4. Explain menus and beverages, adhering to set recipes and standards.
5. Ensure dietary requests are fulfilled and inform guests of their choices at every meal.
6. Organize your work and manage your time according to daily programs and schedules.
7. Maintain cleanliness of glassware, china, cutlery, and overall department hygiene.
8. Store supplies and equipment properly and cooperate in stock inventories.
9. Minimize breakage and handle supplies and equipment according to guidelines.
10. Report any damages or defects to the Restaurant Manager.
11. Participate in loading supplies and luggage distribution if scheduled.
12. Report special requests and complaints immediately to the Restaurant Manager.
13. Assist in preparing the ship at the end of the season.
14. Contribute to meetings and briefings.
15. Practice the “Up serve” approach to enhance guest experience and onboard profit.
16. Comply with maximum working hours law and record them accurately.
17. Participate in training, safety drills, and assist other departments as needed.

What You Need To Know

• Luxury culinary skills gained in four and five-star hotels and/or ships.
• Best practices and trends in food and beverage.
• English language proficiency.

Note: Due to legal requirements, we can only accept applicants from EU/EEA/CH. We welcome internal and external candidates. The position is based on our European ships.