Cruise ship steward jobs

Steward on Board a Cruise Ship

Stewards aboard cruise ships are responsible for providing onboard services to guests, with the goals of ensuring the passengers' safety and comfort.

What exactly does a Steward on a Cruise Ship do?

Stewards aboard cruise ships are responsible for providing onboard services to guests, with the goals of ensuring the passengers' safety and comfort. Stewards on cruise ships are often referred to as cabin stewards.

Occupational pursuits

You would do the following if you worked on a cruise ship or as a cabin steward:

Upon boarding, direct customers to their respective cabins.

accept room service orders

cabins must be cleaned thoroughly, including changing bed linens, cleaning, making beds, and replenishing any used toiletries.

Restock the tiny bar and add the costs to the respective customers' tabs.

if necessary, you will be required to work in other parts of the ship, such as the restaurant or bar.

attend to the inquiries and grievances of the visitors.

participating in the on-board emergency and safety exercises is a must.

Key skills and interests

The following qualifications are necessary to work as a steward on a cruise ship:

a warm and welcoming demeanor

superior abilities in both interpersonal and spoken communication

good teamwork skills

always maintaining a level of neatness in your physical appearance

attention to detail

the capacity to perform effectively under adverse conditions and under constrained timelines

to quickly adjust to a lifestyle that is unpredictable.

must be able to accommodate the physical requirements of the position.

Conditions of work and available hours

Time Spent at Work

The job aboard cruise ships might be seasonal, and a significant portion of the crew is engaged on a contract basis for a certain amount of time. You would work on a shift basis, which would cover the nights, weekends, and holidays due to the fact that a cruise ship is functioning around the clock. Sometimes there isn't much time off in between shifts, and they may be rather lengthy.

Conditions

The living quarters aboard a cruise ship are often cramped and are shared with other crew members. It is possible that during your time off, you may be expected to stay in the staff part of the ship. While you were on the job, you were required to wear a uniform.

How Does One Become a Steward on a Cruise Ship?

Education at the Beginning Level

TAFE and Other Forms of Vocational Education

There is no need for formal credentials to serve as a steward aboard a cruise ship. It would be to your benefit to have qualifications as well as appropriate experience working in the hotel or customer service industries.

Once you've been offered a job, the first thing you'll need to do is get your hands on a Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC) and a Certificate of Proficiency from the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. Only then will you be allowed to embark. You need to be at least 18 years old, pass a medical exam, and complete the appropriate safety training before you can apply.