Waiter

Crew Life at Sea Ltd.; Franschhoek; On-site; ZAR 455,000 - 692,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation onboard

Meals provided

Medical coverage

Onboarding support

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Crew Life At Sea Ltd. is recruiting Waiters for international placements aboard a leading cruise line partner. You will greet guests, take orders, serve food and beverages, and provide attentive service in a world-class hospitality setting.

Ideal candidates have fine dining experience, strong English communication, and the ability to work in a multicultural team. Onboard accommodation, meals, medical coverage, and onboarding support are provided.

Qualifications

• Fine dining waiter/waitress experience preferred.
• Strong English communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Knowledge of food and beverage service standards.
• Team player with a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays.
• Physically capable of standing for long periods and lifting up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and escort to tables.
• Present menus and recommend options.
• Take and enter accurate food and beverage orders.
• Serve meals and drinks promptly and professionally.
• Ensure order accuracy and quality before service.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and resolve concerns.
• Maintain clean, organized dining area and reset tables.
• Assist with table prep and clearing as needed.
• Follow safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Collaborate with team to deliver seamless dining.
• Attend trainings and meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Dining Room Manager.

Skills

Fine dining experience

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

F&B service knowledge

Team player

Flexible schedule

English fluency

Physical fitness

Job description

Position: Waiter

Location: International placement onboard a cruise ship

About the Opportunity:
Crew Life At Sea is currently recruiting Waiters on behalf of a leading cruise line partner. This role is essential to providing guests with an exceptional dining experience onboard. The Waiter is responsible for greeting guests, taking orders, serving food and beverages, and ensuring that each guest enjoys professional and attentive service in a world-class hospitality environment.

All placements are made directly with the cruise line Crew Life At Sea does not charge any recruitment or placement fees.

Role Responsibilities:

• Greet guests as they enter the dining room and escort them to their table

• Present menus and make recommendations based on guest preferences

• Take accurate food and beverage orders and enter them into the system

• Serve food and drinks in a timely and professional manner

• Ensure accuracy and quality of all orders before service

• Monitor guest satisfaction and resolve concerns promptly

• Maintain a clean and organized dining area, including setting and resetting tables

• Assist with preparing and clearing tables when needed

• Follow all safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a clean, safe environment for guests and crew

• Collaborate with team members to deliver a seamless dining experience

• Attend training sessions and meetings as required by the company

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dining Room Manager or supervisors

What You Can Expect:

• Competitive monthly salary paid in USD

• Accommodation and meals provided onboard

• Full medical coverage during your contract

• Opportunities for career growth within the cruise hospitality department

• Work in a multicultural, team-oriented environment

• Training and professional development in fine dining service standards

• Full support with onboarding, documentation, and travel arrangements

Who Were Looking For:

• Previous fine dining experience as a waiter/waitress in a high-volume restaurant, hotel, or resort preferred

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong attention to detail with ability to multitask

• Knowledge of food and beverage service standards

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Physically fit to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 25 lbs

• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus

Important to Know:
Selected candidates will be supported through the cruise lines onboarding, certification, and medical clearance process. Crew Life At Sea never charges applicants any fees.