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With all of this food preparation and dining, there has to be a team responsible for cleaning up after the passengers and cooks. A cleaning crew (utility division) washes all of the dishes and tableware (including the pots and pans), changes the table cloths, vacuums the floors, and cleans the windows and bar areas. In general the galley department offers the following cruise ship jobs: Executive Chef / Chef De Cuisine, Executive Sous Chef, Sous Chef, Chef De Partie, Demi Chef De partie, Commis 1 (First Cook), Commis 2 (Second Cook), Commis 3 (Third Cook), Cook Trainee, Crew Cook / Crew Cook Assistant / Crew Cook Trainee, Crew Cook Utility / Crew Messman, Provision Master/ Storekeeper, Assistant Provision Master/ Storekeeper, Pastry Chef , Assistant Pastry Chef, Pastry Man, Pastry Trainee, Baker Supervisor, Baker Trainee, Galley Steward / Galley Cleaner, Dishwasher / Pot Washer. Read below the various Chef job descriptions and salary ranges.

Executive Chef

The Executive Chef is responsible for the entire galley staff, food planning, quality control, directs all the culinary and associated activities throughout the vessel either personally or through subordinate managers and supervisors. He/ she reports to the ship's Food and Beverage Manager and...

Executive Sous Chef

Job description: responsible for the day to day operations of the galley staff, assisting the Executive Chef with the food planning, preparation and quality control. He/ she communicates with the Executive Chef on daily basis, reviews menus to estimate food and time requirements. He/ she meets with the Sous Chef to review guest comments to implement revisions and improvements. The Executive Sous Chef manages the financial aspects of the assigned food operation, prepares a variety of reports and letters utilizing personal computer system and equipment. He/ she trains and monitors all levels of cooks and chefs for proper skill and service. She/he collaborates with the Executive Chef to plan menu requirements, serving arrangements, guest comments and other related details and also collaborates with the Provision Master to ensure the highest quality, delivery and storage of all food items. Cruise Ship Executive Sous Chef Job Requirements : five to seven years in subordinate position on board and/or 4-5 star hotels, restaurants or high volume food service facilities. Managerial experience required. Must posses the ability to manage international staff in a positive and productive manner. Must speak English clearly and distinctly, write and read English in order to understand written procedures, give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms. Approved certification or culinary school degree-granting program completion required. Executive Sous Chef salary range: $3800-6500 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Possibilities for promotion to Executive Chef position.

Job description: the Sous Chef is responsible for the day to day operations of the galley staff, assisting the Executive Chef with the food planning, preparation and quality control. The Sous Chef Manages and coordinates activities of various workstations engaged in preparing, timing and cooking. He/ she reviews food requisitions from the various workstations and forwards to Executive Sous Chef for final approval. The Sous Chef monitors the assignment of duties and responsibilities to employees. He/ she observes and evaluates employees and work procedures to ensure quality standards and services are met. The Sous Chef manages the financial aspects of the assigned food operation, prepares a variety of reports and letters utilizing personal computer system and equipment. Trains and monitors all levels of cooks and chefs for proper skill and service. The Sous Chef recommends measures to improve work procedures and employee performance to increase quality of food and job safety. Sous Chef Job Requirements : five to seven years in subordinate position on board and/or 4-5 star hotels, restaurants or high volume food service facilities. Must speak English clearly and distinctly, write and read English in order to understand written procedures, give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms. Ability to read, interpret and demonstrate the preparation of recipes for all basic meat, fish, sauce and side dishes. The demonstration includes advanced cooking methods such as braise, sauté, broil and grill and the use of a variety of knifes to slice, dice, chop, julienne, etc. Approved certification or culinary school degree-granting program completion required. Cruise Ship Sous Chef salary range: $3400-5800 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Possibilities for promotion from Sous Chef to Executive Sous Chef position.

Chef De Partie

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Demi Chef De Partie

Job description: the Demi Chef de Partie is responsible to assist the Station Head or Sous Chef in contributing to the overall success of the assigned station. He/ she meets with the assigned station-head, the Chef de Partie or Sous Chef on daily basis to review the requirements of the meals and time frames for restaurant service. The Demi Chef de Partie knows and operates all equipment according to standard operating procedures. He/she performs multitask activities in food preparation including setting up of mis en place for daily menu requirement as well as ensures that all food on plates is correctly portioned and served uniformly. The Demi Chef de Partie must be able to explain menu ingredients and preparation techniques when working buffet areas. Demi Chef De Partie Job Requirements : minimum two years experience cooking and preparing food in a 4 or 5-star hotel, restaurant or high volume food service facility required. Good English language skills required. Culinary school education required. Cruise Ship Demi Chef De Partie salary range: $2700-3700 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Possibilities for promotion from Demi Chef de Partie to Chef De Partie position.

Culinary Administrative Assistant

Job description: the Culinary Administrative Assistant is a two stripe officer acting as a secretary and providing administrative work to the Executive Chef and Galley management, such as checking and answering emails, posting notices, composing routine letters and correspondence, printing out ratings reports and comment cards, scheduling appointments, maintaining filing systems, distribute emails and fax messages as required. The Culinary Administrative Assistant works in close cooperation with the Crew Purser’s office to familiarize new crew members with their assigned accommodations, uniform shop, crew laundry and other facilities onboard the cruise ship. She/ he operates computer equipment, software and printer to perform necessary word processing functions and utilizes spreadsheet software packages for basic mathematical formulas and graphic presentation of information. Facilitates, schedules and coordinates all departmental training activities, seminars and all other work related activities with the employees and the respective trainers. Maintains and files all departmental related reports, USPH related logs and records i.e., Time & Temperature Control Sheets, USPH Training Attendance and Schedules. Culinary Administrative Assistan Job Requirements : high school diploma required, university degree preferred. Two to three years of word processing experience in a secretarial capacity preferred. Knowledge of standard office procedures and organization skills as well as ability to operate basic office equipment, including telephone, copy machine, fax, adding machine. Working knowledge of computers with emails Microsoft Word, Excel and related printers and equipment required. Culinary Administrative Assistan salary range: $1900-2300 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line.

Commis 1 / First Cook

Job description: the Commis 1 / First Cook supervises Commis 2 and Commis 3 (second and third cooks). Food preparation and cooking responsibilities as directed by the Demi Chef De partie and Chef De Partie. The First Cook organizes and prepares mis en place, measures and mixes ingredients according to recipe to prepare soups, salads, gravies, desserts, sauces, and casseroles. The Commis 1/ First Cook works in various galley stations that prepare meat, fish, vegetables, and other foods for baking, roasting, broiling, grilling, braising, sautéing and steaming. He/ she performs multitask activities such as wash, peel, cut and shred fruits and vegetables. The Commis 1/ First Cook butchers chicken, fish and shellfish. He/ she cuts, trims and bones meat prior to cooking or serving. The First Cook must be able to explain ingredients in the menu and preparation techniques while working in buffet areas. Commis 1/ First Cook Job Requirements : two to three years kitchen experience in a 4 or 5 star hotel, restaurant or high volume food service facility. Ability to read, interpret, demonstrate culinary fundamentals and knife skills, sound knowledge of food handling procedures and food ingredients from international classical dishes, ability to identify and operate common kitchen equipment such as grinders, deep fryers, ovens, Bain Marie, mixers required. Good English language skills required. Commis 1/ First Cook salary range: $1900-2500 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Possibilities for promotion to Demi Chef De Partie position.

Commis 2 / Second Cook

Job description: food preparation and cooking responsibilities as directed by Commis 1, Demi Chef De partie and Chef De Partie. Organize and prepare mis en place. Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipe to prepare soups, salads, gravies, desserts, sauces, and casseroles. Works in various galley stations that prepare meat, fish, vegetables, and other foods for baking, roasting, broiling, grilling, braising, sautéing and steaming. Perform multitask activities such as wash, peel, cut and shred fruits and vegetables. Butcher chicken, fish and shellfish. Cut, trim and bone meat prior to cooking or serving. Must be able to explain ingredients in the menu and preparation techniques while working in buffet areas. Cruise Ship Commis 2 / Second Cook Job Requirements : two to three years kitchen experience in a 4 or 5 star hotel, restaurant or high volume food service facility . Ability to read, interpret, demonstrate culinary fundamentals and knife skills, sound knowledge of food handling procedures and food ingredients from international classical dishes, ability to identify and operate common kitchen equipment such as grinders, deep fryers, ovens, Bain Marie, mixers required. Good English Language skills required. Commis 2 / Second Cook salary range: $1600-2200 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Possibilities for promotion from Commis 2 (Second Cook) to Commis 1 (First Cook) position.

Commis 3 / Third Cook

Job description: food preparation and cooking responsibilities as directed by Commis 1, Commis 2, Demi Chef De partie and Chef De Partie. Organize and prepare mis en place. Measures and mixes ingredients according to recipe to prepare soups, salads, gravies, desserts, sauces, and casseroles. Works in various galley stations that prepare meat, fish, vegetables, and other foods for baking, roasting, broiling, grilling, braising, sautéing and steaming. Performs multitask activities such as wash, peel, cut and shred fruits and vegetables. Butcher chicken, fish and shellfish. Cuts, trims and bones meat prior to cooking or serving. Must be able to explain ingredients in the menu and preparation techniques while working in buffet areas. Cruise Ship Commis 3/ Third Cook Job Requirements : two to three years kitchen experience in a 4 or 5 star hotel, restaurant or high volume food service facility . Ability to read, interpret, demonstrate culinary fundamentals and knife skills, sound knowledge of food handling procedures and food ingredients from international classical dishes, ability to identify and operate common kitchen equipment such as grinders, deep fryers, ovens, Bain Marie, mixers required. Good English Language skills required. Commis 3 / Third Cook salary range: $1400-1800 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line.one or two years in subordinate position on board and / or hotel and restaurant experience required. Fare English Language skills required. Possibilities for promotion to Commis 2 (Second Cook) position.

Cook Trainee

Food preparation and cooking responsibilities as directed by the First Cook - prior hotel / restaurant experience required. Culinary school education required. Basic English Language skills required. Salary range: $800-1200 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Strong possibilities for promotion from Cook Trainee to Commis 3 (Third Cook) position.

Crew Cook/ Crew Cook Assistant/ Crew Cook Trainee

Food preparation and cooking responsibilities for the crew as directed by the First Cook - prior hotel / restaurant experience required. Culinary school education required. Basic English Language skills required. Salary range: $900-1200 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Strong possibilities for promotion from Crew Cook/ Crew Cook Assistant/ Crew Cook Trainee to Third Cook position.

Crew Cook Utility/ Crew Messman

Cleaning, general maintenance as directed by the First Cook - entry level position, no experience required. Very basic English Language skills required. Salary range: $600-900 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Possibilities for promotion from Crew Cook Utility/ Crew Messman to Buffet Steward position.

Pastry Chef Supervisor

Responsible for the supervision of the pastry staff, oversees the developing and preparation of all pastries) - culinary background of no less than three years restaurant / hotel experience or prior experience in subordinate position on board required. Good English Language skills required. Salary range: $1900-2400 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line.

Assistant Pastry Chef Supervisor

Responsible for the supervision of the pastry staff as directed by the Pastry Chef Supervisor, oversees the developing and preparation of all pastries) - culinary background of no less than three years restaurant / hotel experience or prior experience in subordinate position on board required. Good English Language skills required. Salary range: $1600-2100 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Possibilities for promotion to Pastry Chef Supervisor position.

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Pastry trainee.

Pastry support staff are responsible for assisting in the preparation and cooking of all pastries as directed by the Pastry Chef Supervisor. Cleaning and maintenance of pastry stations) - culinary background of no less than one year restaurant / hotel experience or prior experience in subordinate position on board required. Basic English Language skills required. Salary range: $800-1300 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Possibilities for promotion to Pastry Chef position.

Baker Supervisor

Responsible for the supervision of the baker staff. Controls the preparation and cooking of all bakery products) - culinary background of no less than three years restaurant / hotel experience or prior experience in subordinate position on board required. Good English Language skills required. Salary range: $1800-2300 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line.

Assistant Baker Supervisor

Responsible for the supervision of the baker staff as directed by the Baker Supervisor. Assists in the preparation and cooking of all bakery products - culinary background of no less than three years restaurant / hotel experience or prior experience in subordinate position on board required. Good English Language skills required. Salary range: $1600-1900 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Possibilities for promotion to Baker Supervisor position.

Bakery staff responsible for preparation and cooking of all bakery products as directed by the Baker Supervisor) - culinary background of no less than two years restaurant / hotel experience or prior experience in subordinate position on board required. Fare English Language skills required. Salary range: $1200-1700 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Possibilities for promotion Assistant Baker Supervisor position.

Baker Trainee

Bakery support staff responsible for assisting in the preparation and cooking of all bakery products as directed by the Baker Supervisor) - culinary background of no less than one year restaurant / hotel experience or prior experience in subordinate position on board required. Basic English Language skills required. Salary range: $900-1300 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Possibilities for promotion to Baker position.

Cruise Ship Provision Master/ Storekeeper

Responsible for the entire storage, ordering and distribution of all food supplies as directed by the Executive Chef - food and beverage background essential, knowledge of accounting required. Good English Language skills required. Salary range: $1500-1800 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line.

Assistant Provision Master/ Storekeeper

Responsible for the storage, ordering and distribution of all food supplies as directed by the Provision Master / Storekeeper - food and beverage background essential, knowledge of accounting required. Good English Language skills required. Salary range: $1200-1600 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Possibilities for promotion to Provision Master/ Storekeeper position

Galley Steward/ Galley Cleaner

Cleaning and maintenance of assigned galley stations - entry level position, no experience required. Minimum English Language skills required. Salary range: $500-700 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Possibilities for promotion to Assistant Cabin Steward position (see Housekeeping Department).

Dishwasher/ Pot Washer

Cleaning and stacking of all galley and passengers dishes, pots, pans etc.) - entry level position, no experience required. Minimum English Language skills required. Salary range: $500-600 U.S. per month, depending on the cruise line. Possibilities for promotion from to Assistant Cabin Steward position (see Housekeeping Department).

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Cruise Ship Chef & Cooking Careers

If you have a passion for cooking the most delicious meals, and for travel and adventure, perhaps applying for cruise ship chef jobs is exactly what you need. Perhaps you are looking for a fresh start, or perhaps you need to gain some experience. When you are deciding to hop aboard a cruise ship as an executive chef, sous chef, galley chef, food and beverage manager, or as part of the kitchen staff, you will be glad to know that there are so many positions open and hundreds of cruise liners to apply to for cruise ship employment.

Overview of Cruise Ship Chef Jobs

As a chef working in any restaurant or hotel you have to master the art of preparing menus, preparing the meals, organizing the ingredients and stock, and cooking the meals. Everything that you would normally do in a top restaurant or hotel, you will also do on a cruise liner, whether you work inside the cruise ship restaurants, or in the galley cooking for the crew members. You can apply easily and find many interesting cruise liners to choose from when you become a member!

There are a large number of chefs and positions that will be needed on a cruise liner. The main ones are:

  • Cruise ship executive chef
  • Cruise ship sous chef
  • Cruise ship pastry chef
  • Cruise ship kitchen staff
  • Cruise ship food and beverage manager
  • Cruise ship galley chef
  • Cruise ship baker
  • Cruise ship chef de partie

For most of these chef jobs you will need to have a degree or qualification from a cooking school, usually with a few years of experience working in a restaurant or hotel of high standards. If you want to learn more about the kitchen and being a chef, but you have no qualifications or experience, you can apply for a cruise ship kitchen staff position. Here, you will wash and clean dishes, keep the kitchen hygienic, keep the chef's stations cleaned and stocked before shifts, help with the food preparation including the cutting and peeling.

Tips for Traveling and Working as a Cruise Ship Chef

Working away from home for lengthy periods of time can be tough, but as a cruise ship chef you will be pretty busy in the galley or restaurants on board for all the meals of the day. You will work in shifts and usually get a day off per week which you can spend on land excursions at whichever ports are on the cruise liner itinerary, or you can enjoy the many facilities on board the cruise ship. Learn more about working on a cruise ship and travelling all over the world when you join as a member.

Details of Cruise Liner Chef Jobs

Cruise Ship Executive Chef: The executive chef on a cruise liner is responsible for the administration aspects and cooking of all the meals. The executive chef is the person in charge of the kitchen and all the other chefs and kitchen staff.

Cruise Ship Sous Chef: The sous chef is the second in command of the kitchen and will work closely with the executive chef. The sous chef will make sure that all the food going out to the guests is of the best standard, and also prepare food as delegated by the executive chef.

Cruise Ship Chef de Partie: The chef de partie is in charge of preparing the gourmet cuisine and sauces. This is a specialty position and requires creativity and expert knowledge on international cuisine.

Cruise Ship Baker: The baker supervisor must make all of the bread and other baked goods that are required by the restaurants, galley, and shops for the duration of the journey. The baker will also need to keep an accurate record of all the ingredients and stock needed and used.

Cruise Ship Food and Beverage Manager: This position is one of the most important on the ship. The food and beverage manager is responsible for all of the areas that deal with food and beverage, and will manage the stocks, budgets, standards, health and hygiene and more.

Cruise Ship Pastry Chef: The pastry chef is responsible for preparing and making all of the pastries and desserts on board the ship for the guests and crew, as well as for the various gift shops.

You can learn much more when you become a member and find tons of jobs on our job board. You can choose the specific cruise liners that you want to travel on, specific destinations you want to travel to and the type of chef jobs that most interest you. Join today to access the best cruise liner chef jobs!

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Chef de cuisine onboard a cruise ship is a senior member of the cruise line culinary team and is responsible for all other functional Chefs in the cruise ship kitchen. Chef de cuisine oversees the overall production of all foods in the galley/kitchen .

Working as a Chef on a cruise ship

Cruise ship Chef de Cuisine heads up a brigade composed of Sous Chefs , Chefs de Partie and Demi Chefs de Partie. Chef de cuisine ultimately reports to the executive cruise ship Chef.

The job of the cruise line Chef is to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen he/she is assigned to. Other cruise ship Chef job responsibilities include: staff management, production of managerial reports, menu costing, portion standardization, supervision of food preparation and hygiene standards.

Chef de Cuisine working on a cruise ship are expected to be proficient in all aspects of food preparation  and on large vessels, oversee the production from scratch of meals for a population of up to 6000 passengers and crew.

On large cruise ships, a Chef de Cuisine can be assigned to a specific food outlet or can sometimes be responsible for several outlets. These outlets may include specialty restaurants (French, Italian Asian), buffets, dining rooms, Officers Mess, etc.

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How You Can Get a Job on a Cruise Ship

Curious about how to get a job on a cruise ship? Explore the education, training, and skills you may need to start a hospitality job on the sea!

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If you have a natural talent for delivering excellent customer service, paired with a “nomadic” spirit, have you ever considered a tourism job? More specifically…on a cruise ship? Not only can you embark on thrilling travel adventures, but you could join a thriving industry.

According to a cruise industry study conducted by Cyrus Shipping News , the cruise ship industry currently supports over one million jobs and is expected to hit $25.1 billion in revenue by the end of 2023. Needless to say, if you’re at all curious about joining a “floating hotel on the sea,” now could be the opportune time to start. Keep reading to discover how to get a job on a cruise ship.

Determine Whether a Cruise Ship Environment Is Right for You

Before we dive into which types of cruise ship occupations may speak to you, it might be beneficial to see if it’s the type of lifestyle you want to lead.

Consider asking yourself the following self-reflection questions:

  • Do you consider yourself a people person?
  • Are you naturally independent?
  • Do you genuinely enjoy helping others?
  • Do you relish a teamwork environment?
  • Are you okay with not working the typical 9-5 job?
  • Are you okay with being away from family and friends for long periods of time?
  • Are you comfortable being out at sea for extended time, without immediate access to land?

If you answered yes to all, then that’s a step in the right direction!

Eligibility Requirements for Cruise Ship Jobs

According to Indeed , cruise ship candidates must:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Hold a valid passport and/or appropriate visa
  • Pass a criminal background check
  • Undergo a medical exam or submit medical records

A Cruise Career Success Story: Victor Mancilla

For Escoffier graduate, Victor Mancilla, living near the bustling Panama Canal 15 years ago and watching majestic cruise ships float by sparked his dream to eventually work on one. “At the time, I went to architectural school, but my passion was always about food.”* Victor says.

He seized the first entry-level opportunity he could get with Celebrity Cruises but really had his sights set on an executive chef position—even though he was told it was a “highly competitive” position. But with his unwavering focus and willingness to take on new responsibilities, he managed to secure this high-ranking position in just four years. He became the official Executive Chef for a few ships in the Galapagos.

“Imagine 16 kitchens, more than 12 restaurants, a 24-hour operation, 22 bars, and 375 crew members,” Victor says. “I remember saying, I don’t know how I’m going to make it for the next two years, but it ended up being the best culinary team in the fleet. And that team was the best ship of the year for two consecutive years.”*

Meanwhile, Victor pursued an online Culinary Arts diploma at Escoffier, while working full-time as an executive chef, simply to refine his skill set and “get better” at the culinary fundamentals.

“[Attending Escoffier] was such a rich experience—so helpful for my ego. It brought me back to reality since I was living a dream…I was living in a paradise,” Victor says. “I don’t regret a single cent that I paid…Because it gave me a vision.”*

“I’ve visited more than 250 cities and that’s the beauty of the cruise ship industry. I lived in Turkey for more than five years. I spent years in New Zealand. I had the privilege to be in the Galapagos, which is one of the most luxurious destinations in the world, for months.”* Victor Mancilla, Escoffier Culinary Arts Graduate

From there, Victor continued to expand his career and jumped to managing 900 crew members in Asia, with his promotion to Food & Beverage Director , requiring him to know the ins and outs of every restaurant on the cruise ship. Even though it was a challenging position to take on, especially during the pandemic, he wouldn’t change it for the world.

Although he’s not out at sea anymore, Victor is still overseeing cruise ship operations as the Corporate Executive Chef at COLUMBIA signature, located in Germany. He lives there with his wife (who he serendipitously met on a cruise ship) and two children. He also runs a Chef Academy for Spanish-speaking children and has authored a collection of ten cookbooks for children.

Explore Various Cruise Ship Job Positions

Now that you know which “archetype” is best suited for cruise ship life, let’s take a peek at some of the most common hospitality and food & beverage positions on cruise ships.

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Food and Beverage Managers

Wearing multiple hats, food and beverage managers usually oversee all aspects of the operations side. This may include monitoring food budgets, inventory, quality control, and even guest satisfaction.

Food and beverage managers are typically highly-analytical—spending most of their time evaluating numbers in spreadsheets.

Dining Room Managers

If you think of an orchestra, dining room managers can be viewed as the “conductors” of a cruise ship restaurant. They usually address the flow of traffic, wait times, and any guest concerns, while taking immediate care of any staff needs.

Executive Chef

Along with conceptualizing cruise ship menus, an executive chef usually manages all aspects of food service on a cruise ship. This may include hiring and overseeing all kitchen staff, as well as maintaining food quality control.

Bar Managers

What’s a cruise experience without the endless flow of cocktails ? Bar managers can expect to stay relatively busy on cruise ships, with the responsibility of crafting compelling cocktail menus. On top of educating staff on how to create specialty spirits, bar managers usually oversee alcohol costs and revenue.

Working closely with the dining room managers, the maître d’ interacts with guests and also closely monitors overall dining satisfaction—ensuring that it’s up to par with specified standards. On top of being the “face of the restaurant,” they typically work behind the scenes as well—accommodating any restaurant staff requests.

Hotel Managers

Dedicated to creating a seamless guest experience, hotel managers on cruise ships work to ensure that the entire staff is leading with class and professionalism. Along with directly interacting with passengers on a daily basis, a hotel manager may oversee all fiscal operations, communicating closely with the captain of the cruise ship. They’re also typically responsible for training and hiring skilled staff members who are committed to “wowing” guests.

Chief Cabin Stewards

Housekeeping is one of the largest departments on cruise ships and the chief cabin steward is responsible for managing this sector. With demands to maintain a level of cleanliness 24/7, the chief cabin steward usually must be meticulous and set high standards for the housekeeping staff.

Event Managers

In addition to lounging and enjoying indulging in various cuisines, cruise ship guests will often engage in daily events, such as movie nights, salsa dancing, speakeasy parties, corporate events, and even weddings! Event managers strive to plan these types of events that keep guests entertained, which may require great attention to detail and organization.

Consider a Hospitality or Culinary Education

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As you can see, there’s a vast range of hospitality and foodservice jobs you can explore on cruise ships! Although there’s no set educational path for these occupations, obtaining a culinary arts or hospitality degree may help you: a) stand out on your resume b) garner the applicable skill set to prosper c) rise in the ranks and get promoted more quickly.

Escoffier’s Hospitality & Restaurant Operations Management online degree program can help you prepare for several hospitality-focused positions on a cruise ship—with a curriculum focused on hospitality from a business perspective. Students also explore how to cultivate world-class guest experiences, train and manage hospitality employees, utilize technology to enhance business operations, craft menus, prepare for events, and more.

“Our program is meant to get a student prepared for an entry-level position in the hospitality industry, that could lead to a management position.”* Jason Goldman, Escoffier Lead Chef Instructor

Now, if a culinary-centric job on a cruise ship sounds more appealing, such as an executive chef position, you may want to consider a Culinary Arts program, such as the degree and diploma options that Escoffier offers. With more of an emphasis on contemporary culinary techniques, students can explore a variety of topics, such as cooking methods, bake shop staples, commercial food service operations, world cuisines, farm-to-table philosophy, and more.

At the end of the day, which program you choose will likely depend on the cruise ship occupation that interests you the most and if it’s more geared toward hospitality or culinary arts.

Refine Your Skill Set To Work On A Cruise Ship

As we mentioned before, if you exude great communication and customer service skills, stepping into a hospitality job on a cruise ship could be in your wheelhouse.

But if you don’t have any experience in hospitality, how can you begin to foster the necessary skills it might take to start? This is where education and work experience comes in! At Escoffier, students can begin to develop soft and hard skills from day one, just by immersing themselves in the curriculum. On top of this, students must complete one to two externships in order to graduate. These placements can help provide real-world experience and training you can list on your resume.

For example, you might secure an externship on a cruise ship or in a hotel to “get a taste” of what to expect. An externship is also an invaluable opportunity to forge industry connections, which can plant seeds for your future career.

“The externship class allows students–even those with no prior experience–to get their foot in the door. Once they gain that valuable experience, it is easier for them to determine which path they want to take with their careers.”* Maria Davenport, Hospitality & Restaurant Operations Management Instructor

How to Apply for Cruise Ship Jobs

Unlike other jobs where you can apply directly, cruise ships usually partner with agencies that do the hiring for them. So finding a recruiting agency that works with cruise ships can be a great first step. In tandem with this, Escoffier students can also work with Career Services to prepare for the job search, by utilizing one-on-one career coaching and a slew of readiness tools to bolster confidence!

While you begin this stage in the process, you’ll also want to consider exactly how long you’ll want to work on a cruise ship, as placements will vary—meaning you could work on a cruise ship for a week (short-term contract) or several months (long-term contract). Depending on your preferences, look into cruise ships that offer your desired duration, then look into agencies that specifically represent those cruise lines.

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Before accepting a job position, you’ll probably also want to consider the type of employment and pay structure that suits you the most. For example, permanent employees might be able to access “contract perks” like longer stints at home, time off preferences, and ongoing healthcare, versus non-permanent employees.

It’s also important to note that some cruise ship positions are salaried, while others are not paid, but you may receive complimentary room and board, plus the occasional gratuity. These are just a few aspects of the job to consider before signing a cruise ship contract.

“The power of working on a cruise ship is that it gives you that confidence. If you put me in a competition right now, I’m not afraid of that. I have to create 18,000 meals a day and design 6,000 recipes in six months.”* Victor Mancilla, Online Culinary Arts Graduate, Corporate Executive Chef

Start Your Cruise Ship Career

If you’re craving more of a non-conventional tourism career on the sea, then securing a cruise ship job could be the best move for you! But before you say bon voyage, you may want to consider starting with an education first, which could help you gain the necessary skills to flourish in this industry.

To take the next step, contact our admissions department to get more information on Escoffier’s Hospitality & Restaurant Operations Management or Culinary Arts programs that could help you achieve your dream career.

Enjoyed this article on hospitality? Read these next:

  • What is Hospitality & Restaurant Operations Management?
  • Is Hospitality Management a Good Career Choice for You?
  • What Can You Lean in a Hospitality Degree Program?

*Information may not reflect every student’s experience. Results and outcomes may be based on several factors, such as geographical region or previous experience.

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I left Michelin-starred restaurants to work as a cruise chef. We can feed 10,000 people a day and I'll never leave this job.

  • Gary Thomas had never seen a cruise ship before he went to work as a chef on Oasis of the Seas.
  • Thomas plans to work for Royal Caribbean until he retires and hates to think of leaving cruising.
  • He oversees the meals across all 26 ships and shares why they'll never take prime rib off the menu.

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This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Gary Thomas, the senior traveling corporate executive chef for Royal Caribbean. This essay has been edited for length and clarity.

I never thought I'd work in the cruise industry. I'd never even seen a cruise ship in person before I rolled up to Oasis of the Seas. It was the first cruise ship I worked on and the biggest ship on the planet when it was being built.

That moment will live with me forever. 

I've been the senior corporate traveling executive chef for 11 years and worked at Royal Caribbean for nearly 15. I oversee the culinary operations and 6,000 chefs across all 26 ships in the Royal Caribbean fleet. From menus and inventory to the day-to-day running of the kitchens in all our ships, I oversee it all. 

I head a corporate team of eight administrators who manage the 52 executive chefs on board the ships. Our team is responsible for making sure each ship can serve as many as 75,000 meals a day, seven days a week.

How I got into the cruise industry

I was always curious about cruises and whether the cooking standards were similar to kitchens on land.

Having spent 15 years working in specialty restaurants — like the luxury hotel restaurants at Claridge's and the London Michelin-starred restaurant Le Gavroche — I decided it was time to satisfy my curiosity.

In the early 2010s, I applied for a four-month contract as an executive chef for Royal Caribbean.

I was coming on board into a high position with no prior cruise experience. I was so nervous, I didn't think I'd last a week. Over a decade later, I'm still with Royal Caribbean. Taking this job was the best choice I ever made. 

What my day is like as an executive chef on board 

Ninety percent of my time is spent on board different vessels in our fleet. I'm usually on the same boat for two to three weeks, and occasionally I work from the Miami or UK offices. I'm based in Liverpool, where my family lives. 

I spend most of my day on calls and answering emails. I average between 1,000 and 2,000 emails a week. 

When I'm on a ship, I do some inspections with my executive chefs, culinary managers, and hotel leaders and offer ad hoc support. In the evenings, I walk around the ship with the executive chef and offer observational feedback.

Life as a chef on a cruise ship versus on land

People always judge the cooking on a ship. 

Our goal is to make sure that everyone's fed and watered — and leaves the ship 10 pounds heavier.

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We are responsible for feeding guests and crew alike. If our staff have full tummies and are satisfied, that translates positively into the guests' experience. 

As a chef on land, you only focus on your restaurant. But on board the largest ship on the planet, the 1,188-foot-long Wonder of the Seas , we have to feed nearly 10,000 people a day. 

This is the largest ship in our fleet. There are 33 kitchens on board, ranging from high-end specialty restaurants and steak houses to buffet areas, pizzerias, and sandwich shops. We also have a main dining room that seats up to 3,000 people. 

On land, your menus don't change much. Here, they change every day across the fleet. Our only fixed menus are the à la carte specialty-dining menus.

When you finish work at a restaurant or hotel at home, you can go home and switch off. As an executive cruise chef, I manage fleet operations seven days a week, 365 days a year.

I get normal annual leave, but it can be hard to switch off even on land. I'm still observing from afar. I don't mind it, though, because there's a good family spirit on board. 

We'd never mess with Royal Caribbean's signature dishes 

We have a product-development team that works with me and my team to develop menus across the fleet. They look at food trends and consumer insights on our dishes, and I do the culinary development with my team based on that. 

Some dishes might be introduced, some might be archived, and some might be tweaked. I listen to the guests more than I listen to anybody else.

There are a few signature dishes in the main dining rooms across the whole fleet that you just don't touch, like the garlic tiger shrimp, the escargot, and the prime rib, because they're so beloved by passengers. 

We'd be hanged, drawn, and quartered if we changed the prime rib.

How a kitchen on a cruise operates 

Everything we serve guests is produced on board. We butcher our own meat and fish, bake all our bread, and make all our desserts. 

For an Oasis-class ship, which carries up to 7,000 passengers, we load nearly $1 million worth of inventory onto the ship every seven days.

The fridges are a sight to behold. We operate a first-in, first-out system. Our target every seven days is for the fresh-produce fridges to be empty, ready to take on the new loading. 

I'll do this job until I retire

The people I've met while working as a cruise chef have inspired me, given me opportunities, and believed in me. You miss home, but there is a real family spirit on board cruise ships. It's one of the reasons I've stayed for so long.

I've been exposed to many cultures all over the world during my 15-year tenure. I estimate I've circumnavigated the globe over 100 times. These experiences are priceless to me.

I will 1 million percent do this job until I retire. I love my job and can't imagine leaving. 

Thinking about walking off the ship for the last time and knowing that I'm going home for good is scary, but I've got some good years left in me yet.

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Traveling the world while getting paid to do it might sound like a dream, but it can be a reality if you take a job on a cruise ship.

Of course, this type of work isn’t for everyone — the hours can be long, and it may mean a lot of time away from home. But there are plenty of benefits as well.

If working for a cruise line sounds ideal, there are plenty of career opportunities on board. Here are 15 jobs that can help  boost your bank account  as you travel the world.

Editor's note:  All salary figures are from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

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<p> Even short cruises are packed with activities for travelers to engage in. Among other things, you'll find games, happy hours and live music.  </p> <p> An activities coordinator is similar to an event planner. In this role, you oversee things like recreation on board and coordinating shore excursion activities. The BLS does not offer wage information for this position.  </p> <p> If you want to <a href="https://financebuzz.com/ways-to-travel-more?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=feed&synd_slide=2&synd_postid=13933&synd_backlink_title=start+traveling+more&synd_backlink_position=3&synd_slug=ways-to-travel-more">start traveling more</a> — and get paid to do it — this can be a good role to consider.  </p> <p>  <p class=""><a href="https://financebuzz.com/extra-newsletter-signup-testimonials-synd?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=feed&synd_slide=2&synd_postid=13933&synd_backlink_title=Get+expert+advice+on+making+more+money+-+sent+straight+to+your+inbox.&synd_backlink_position=4&synd_slug=extra-newsletter-signup-testimonials-synd">Get expert advice on making more money - sent straight to your inbox.</a></p>  </p>

Activities coordinator

Even short cruises are packed with activities for travelers to engage in. Among other things, you'll find games, happy hours and live music.

An activities coordinator is similar to an event planner. In this role, you oversee things like recreation on board and coordinating shore excursion activities. The BLS does not offer wage information for this position.

If you want to start traveling more — and get paid to do it — this can be a good role to consider.

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<p> It’s no secret that people on cruises like to drink. Many cruise lines offer a food and alcohol package as part of the booking process.  </p> <p> The amount of money you can make working as a bartender on a cruise ship varies greatly, depending on whether guests are expected to tip. But the average salary for bartenders is $29,380 annually.  </p>

It’s no secret that people on cruises like to drink. Many cruise lines offer a food and alcohol package as part of the booking process.

The amount of money you can make working as a bartender on a cruise ship varies greatly, depending on whether guests are expected to tip. But the average salary for bartenders is $29,380 annually.

<p> Working as a dealer at a cruise casino can be an exciting gig. These workers may oversee poker, blackjack, roulette, and more games. </p> <p> Gambling service workers make $31,290 a year. However, as with tending bar, the actual wages for casino workers on a cruise can vary. </p>    <a href="https://www.financebuzz.com/paycheck-moves-55mp?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=feed&synd_slide=4&synd_postid=13933&synd_backlink_title=8+moves+if+you+want+to+stop+living+paycheck+to+paycheck&synd_backlink_position=5&synd_slug=paycheck-moves-55mp">8 moves if you want to stop living paycheck to paycheck</a>

Casino dealer

Working as a dealer at a cruise casino can be an exciting gig. These workers may oversee poker, blackjack, roulette, and more games.

Gambling service workers make $31,290 a year. However, as with tending bar, the actual wages for casino workers on a cruise can vary.

<p> Many cruise ships have cafeterias and restaurants for when guests are in the mood for fine dining. </p> <p> Cruise ship chefs may be involved in cooking and planning menus for guests and staff. Chefs or head cooks make $56,520 on average annually.  </p>

Many cruise ships have cafeterias and restaurants for when guests are in the mood for fine dining.

Cruise ship chefs may be involved in cooking and planning menus for guests and staff. Chefs or head cooks make $56,520 on average annually.

<p> Deckhands help maintain the cruise ship. They may be involved in keeping these massive ships running, including cleaning and maintaining equipment, loading cargo, and getting passengers safely on board.</p> <p> The experience required to work as a deckhand can vary greatly depending on the job description. The BLS does not offer salary information for this position.  </p>

Deckhands help maintain the cruise ship. They may be involved in keeping these massive ships running, including cleaning and maintaining equipment, loading cargo, and getting passengers safely on board.

The experience required to work as a deckhand can vary greatly depending on the job description. The BLS does not offer salary information for this position.

<p> Cruise lines hire all sorts of entertainers, from dancers to cover bands and magicians. </p> <p> Working on a cruise ship can be a great way to hone and improve your craft or even take it in a different direction. The average wage for entertainers and performers is $29.67 an hour, which equates to about $61,713 annually.  </p> <p>  <p class=""><a href="https://financebuzz.com/supplement-income-55mp?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=feed&synd_slide=7&synd_postid=13933&synd_backlink_title=7+Things+to+Do+If+You%E2%80%99re+Barely+Scraping+by+Financially&synd_backlink_position=6&synd_slug=supplement-income-55mp">7 Things to Do If You’re Barely Scraping by Financially</a></p>  </p>

Entertainer

Cruise lines hire all sorts of entertainers, from dancers to cover bands and magicians.

Working on a cruise ship can be a great way to hone and improve your craft or even take it in a different direction. The average wage for entertainers and performers is $29.67 an hour, which equates to about $61,713 annually.

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<p> Cruise ships also need people to manage their entertainers, particularly if the ship has a lot of shows and performances scheduled.  </p> <p> Entertainment directors may be involved in scheduling staff, planning performances, and doing administrative work. The average salary for entertainment/recreation managers is $67,220 annually.  </p>

Entertainment director

Cruise ships also need people to manage their entertainers, particularly if the ship has a lot of shows and performances scheduled.

Entertainment directors may be involved in scheduling staff, planning performances, and doing administrative work. The average salary for entertainment/recreation managers is $67,220 annually.

<p> Many cruise ships also offer various fitness classes, including yoga, Zumba, spin, and more. </p> <p> For qualified instructors, this can be a great way to stay healthy, make money, and travel the world all at the same time. The average fitness instructor makes $45,380 annually.  </p>

Fitness instructor

Many cruise ships also offer various fitness classes, including yoga, Zumba, spin, and more.

For qualified instructors, this can be a great way to stay healthy, make money, and travel the world all at the same time. The average fitness instructor makes $45,380 annually.

<p> On cruise ships, hair and makeup artists may work in spas, providing services to guests looking to get pampered while on board, and may be needed to work with the ship’s performers. </p> <p> The BLS groups barbers, hairstyles, and cosmetologists together and states an average of $33,400 annual salary for these workers.  </p> <p>  <a href="https://www.financebuzz.com/clever-debt-payoff-55mp?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=feed&synd_slide=10&synd_postid=13933&synd_backlink_title=6+Clever+Ways+to+Crush+Your+Debt&synd_backlink_position=7&synd_slug=clever-debt-payoff-55mp">6 Clever Ways to Crush Your Debt</a><br>  </p>

Hair/makeup artist

On cruise ships, hair and makeup artists may work in spas, providing services to guests looking to get pampered while on board, and may be needed to work with the ship’s performers.

The BLS groups barbers, hairstyles, and cosmetologists together and states an average of $33,400 annual salary for these workers.

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<p> Since a cruise ship is essentially a floating hotel, many employees with experience working in hospitality are needed.  </p> <p> Hotel directors ensure that guests are comfortable and enjoy their experience. They may also be involved in planning and coordinating cruise activities. </p> <p> The average salary for lodging managers is $61,910 annually.  </p>

Hotel director

Since a cruise ship is essentially a floating hotel, many employees with experience working in hospitality are needed.

Hotel directors ensure that guests are comfortable and enjoy their experience. They may also be involved in planning and coordinating cruise activities.

The average salary for lodging managers is $61,910 annually.

<p> Some cruise ships also hire nurses to provide care to passengers and cruise staff.  </p> <p> The amount of money nurses make on average usually depends on the type of nurse. Registered nurses (RNs) make $81,220 annually. Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) make $54,620 a year.  </p>

Some cruise ships also hire nurses to provide care to passengers and cruise staff.

The amount of money nurses make on average usually depends on the type of nurse. Registered nurses (RNs) make $81,220 annually. Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) make $54,620 a year.

<p> Many cruise passengers opt to take advantage of spa services. Massage therapists may work in a spa or travel to guests’ rooms with their equipment to provide massages. </p> <p> Licensed massage therapists make just under $49,860 annually on average.  </p> <p>  <p class=""><a href="https://financebuzz.com/recession-coming-55mp?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=feed&synd_slide=13&synd_postid=13933&synd_backlink_title=9+Things+You+Must+Do+Before+The+Next+Recession&synd_backlink_position=8&synd_slug=recession-coming-55mp">9 Things You Must Do Before The Next Recession</a></p>  </p>

Massage therapist

Many cruise passengers opt to take advantage of spa services. Massage therapists may work in a spa or travel to guests’ rooms with their equipment to provide massages.

Licensed massage therapists make just under $49,860 annually on average.

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<p> Cruise ships also frequently employ security staff to ensure the safety of guests and crew members. These workers may patrol the ship regularly and respond to any issues that come up. </p> <p> The average salary for security guards is $33,030 annually.  </p>

Cruise ships also frequently employ security staff to ensure the safety of guests and crew members. These workers may patrol the ship regularly and respond to any issues that come up.

The average salary for security guards is $33,030 annually.

<p> Eating often and well is a big draw for many cruise passengers. Ships often have several restaurants on board and employ experienced servers to staff them. </p> <p> Pay for these workers can vary, depending on the cruise line’s tipping policy. The average salary for a server in the U.S. is $29,120 annually.  </p>

Eating often and well is a big draw for many cruise passengers. Ships often have several restaurants on board and employ experienced servers to staff them.

Pay for these workers can vary, depending on the cruise line’s tipping policy. The average salary for a server in the U.S. is $29,120 annually.

<p> Part of the beauty of the typical cruise ship is that it’s kind of like a floating mall, filled with gift shops and retail stores galore. Ships often need many sales associates to staff these stores. </p> <p> Again, depending on the cruise line and the job, the pay for these gigs may vary. However, BLS data puts the average salary for a retail sales worker at $30,750 annually.  </p> <p> That’s not huge money, but perhaps it's enough for students to <a href="https://financebuzz.com/supplement-income-55mp?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=feed&synd_slide=16&synd_postid=13933&synd_backlink_title=get+ahead+financially&synd_backlink_position=9&synd_slug=supplement-income-55mp">get ahead financially</a> during breaks between school years. </p>

Sales associate

Part of the beauty of the typical cruise ship is that it’s kind of like a floating mall, filled with gift shops and retail stores galore. Ships often need many sales associates to staff these stores.

Again, depending on the cruise line and the job, the pay for these gigs may vary. However, BLS data puts the average salary for a retail sales worker at $30,750 annually.

That’s not huge money, but perhaps it's enough for students to get ahead financially during breaks between school years.

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Bottom line

Working as a cruise crew member is certainly not for everyone — lodging for staff can be cramped, days can be long, and you might be away from home for weeks at a time.

But for those looking to tap into a new source of income as they travel, it just may be a win-win situation.

More from FinanceBuzz:

  • 7 things to do if you’re barely scraping by financially.
  • 12 legit ways to earn extra cash .
  • Can you retire early? Take this quiz and find out.
  • 9 simple ways to make up to an extra $200/day

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