Waiter / Waitress - Assistant

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $12.00 - $17.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
retirement savings plan
Employee travel benefits
Uniform allowance
Training and development programs

Job Description

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) America is a reputable cruise line company offering luxurious experiences aboard their fleet of ships, including the acclaimed Pride of America. The Pride of America ship is uniquely designed to provide guests a memorable and immersive cruising experience around the Hawaiian Islands, combining excellent amenities, cultural showcases, and a variety of dining options. NCL prides itself on delivering exceptional customer service and hospitality at sea, supported by a team of dedicated and professional crew members who operate within a vibrant, multicultural environment. The company is committed to maintaining high standards in food and beverage service, guest... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma, secondary education degree or equivalent
  • Minimum two years experience as a front waiter in a fine dining or banquet setting
  • Minimum two years experience in selling and serving wine and other beverages
  • Intermediate to advanced level English verbal and writing skills
  • Courses or training in safety, environmental, public health and sanitation regulations
  • Physical ability to meet US Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential standards
  • Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment
  • Willingness to work seven days a week
  • Ability to adapt to changing schedules, assignments and deadlines
  • Professional appearance and good hygiene
  • Ability to perform shipboard duties including balance, climbing, lifting and operating safety equipment

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of two years experience as a front waiter with fine dining and banquet service experience
  • Minimum of two years experience selling and serving wine and other beverage products
  • Intermediate to advanced level English verbal and writing skills including proper grammar
  • High school diploma or secondary education degree or equivalent
  • Courses or training in safety, environmental, public health and sanitation regulations
  • Passionate about hospitality and customer service
  • Professional appearance and good hygiene
  • Respect for coworkers and guests
  • Ability to work seven days a week
  • Positive behaviors including smiling, being polite and courteous
  • Ability to develop camaraderie with team members
  • Ability to live in close quarters sharing limited space with cabin mates

Job Duties

  • Assist with achieving departmental guest satisfaction targets and food and beverage revenues by following established service strategies and optimizing up-sell opportunities
  • Perform other related duties as assigned or as directed
  • Be familiar with the Safety and Environmental Protection Policy and SEMS and carry out appropriate policies and procedures
  • Ensure assigned station is properly set up with required china, glassware, silverware and mis-en-place prior to service
  • Comply with sequence of service for food and beverage and follow instructions of Waiters to ensure timely service
  • Resolve service and product deficiencies to ensure guest satisfaction
  • Maintain cleanliness and proper set up of assigned station at the end of meal periods and complete side work
  • Perform tasks such as manning non-cooking buffet action stations
  • Deliver food and beverage orders to guest staterooms according to company procedures
  • Assist with private parties and functions
  • Field guest phone orders and clear service trays from staterooms, corridors and pantries promptly

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