Specialty Restaurant Manager Gourmet Onboard a Luxury Cruise Ship
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Specialty Restaurant Manager Gourmet to lead our fine dining outlet onboard. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring a world-class culinary and service experience, delivering excellence in guest satisfaction while maximizing profitability. Apply today and take your fine dining career to sea!
Requirements
- Diploma from a recognized Hotel School
- Professional HACCP Certification
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar management role onboard cruise ships or in large-scale 4/5-star hotel restaurants (500+ seats).
- Excellent knowledge of Public Health Policies and safety regulations.
- Strong leadership, motivational, and coaching skills with a guest-focused, positive personality.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, Costa Planet, Mistral, T&A, DRS, Meal Counts, Service Time, Crunch Time, H.E.S.S. procedures.
- Advanced proficiency in English and Italian (B2+) plus one additional language (German or French, B1+)
- Professional appearance, impeccable hygiene, and outstanding work ethic.
Responsibilities
- Supervises and delivers an excellent service to Guests in the assigned specialty outlet increasing profitability. Trains, motivates, mentors and provides regular constructive feedback to the team to achieve service and sales goals.
- Supervise daily operations of the assigned specialty restaurant, ensuring service excellence and adherence to brand standards.
- Oversee restaurant setup including ambiance, lighting, music, and furniture arrangement.
- Manage reservations and maintain accurate records of requisitions and guest preferences.
- Deliver premium guest experiences, coordinating with the Executive Chef to accommodate dietary requirements and special requests.
- Train, motivate, and mentor the restaurant team to achieve sales and service goals.
- Conduct audits and spot checks to ensure inventory accuracy, cost control, and operational efficiency.
- Enforce compliance with HACCP/USPH sanitation standards and contribute to the onboard safety culture.
- Monitor food waste management and uphold hygiene protocols with impeccable standards.
Benefits
- Full time fixed term contract
- Gross Monthly Salary + Incentive Bonus
- Single Cabin with weekly cleaning service
- Free board meal and accommodation
- Medical Insurance
- Travel to and from the port of embarkation covered by the company
- Career Growth
- Visa Fees Refunded
- Adventure and Unforgettable Experience
How to apply
If you fit the profile described and are interested in this opportunity, please send your CV to e-mail [email protected] or apply directly on our website: https://jobselection.ro/trimite-cv/ or by filling out the form bellow.
