MARGARITAVILLE - ASSISTANT WAITER

Assistant Waiter Position for Margaritaville at Sea

At Margaritaville at Sea our core purpose is to create and deliver fun and escapism. This drives all we do and is the heart of our decision making. As a valued member of our team, you'll contribute to providing an incredible guest experience every day of each cruise and in every way. You'll also have opportunities to advance your career as we continue to grow. Your career path with us starts here.

As an Assistant Waiter/Waitress, you will be responsible for serving beverages from the menu (i.e. coffee, hot tea, iced tea, milk, potable water), bread and butter and salad dressings, at their assigned tables. Responsible for the buffet service (i.e. cleaning tables, serving beverages or items on the buffet line).

Benefits to Work on Board Margaritaville at Sea?

• Cruise Line founded by former crew member
• Embrace the Margaritaville lifestyle and deliver the FUN
• Free accommodation, food and Wi-Fi for crew
• Industry leading Salaries and Benefits + excellent tips
• Focused on Crew Career Progression
• Great Crew Recognition Programs and friendly atmosphere
• Make Memories combining Work and Travel

Responsibilities:

• Assist Restaurant Waiters in all duties of the dining room service operation.
• Serve beverages from the menu and sell mineral (sparkling and still) water at assigned station in the dining room.
• Refill bread and butter and serve salad dressing at assigned table when needed.
• Clear dirty dishes when guests have finished each course. After food service, send silverware, plates, cups and utensils for washing, and polish the glasses.
• Responsible for the cleanliness of their serving station / tables.
• Ensure that assigned uniforms are cleaned and pressed.
• Responsible for the equipment issued by the Assistant Maitre D (coffee pots, water jugs, salad serving tongs, locking chain, serving tray).
• Responsible for dining room equipment, items issued to waiters, and miscellaneous items, as per dining room manager's instructions.
• Maintains a good working relationship and open communication with all the team.
• Follow service procedures set by the restaurant manager.
• Follow safety, environmental and USPH procedures.
• Attend all department meetings.
• Responsible for their area's safety, cleanliness and operation.
• Mandatory attendance at all assigned shipboard drills and emergency activities.
• Create and implement ideas that will generate/increase revenue and/or reduce costs for the company.
• etc.

Requirements:

• Minimum 21 years old
• Relevant ship experience is preferred
• Good level of English language
• Completion of high school or basic education equivalency required.
• Minimum of three years' experience in a food preparation/service position in an upscale hotel, resort, cruise ship or convention banqueting service (shipboard experience preferred).
• Ability to analyze and interpret documents such as recipes and manuals.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, tips, proportions and percentages.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Passionate about hospitality.
• Professional appearance and good hygiene.
• Respect for all co-workers and guests.
• Pride in your work demonstrated by creating positive energy, excitement and fun.

Join "Margaritaville at Sea" and embark on a career that offers not only the chance to grow professionally but also the opportunity to be part of a fast growing company that offers opportunities for advancement!