Cruise Ship Jobs
Terry Lowery
Considering a job on a cruise ship? There probably isn't any
better way to see the world or to meet new people. There are
many different careers to choose from on a cruise ship. These
types of position are generally full time ones, but you will
get some "down time". Generally if you work on a cruise ship
you get free room and board, free medical care and meals. These
jobs seem much better suited to younger people who aren't
settled down yet. It can be very hard spending long lengths of
time away from loved ones.
There are generally three different departments on any cruise
ship and all available positions are divided into these
different areas; the hotel, the deck, and the engine
department. As with any job position, each of these departments
has a supervisor that you will report to. Most entry level
positions are available in the hotel department and comprise
the following: Pursers Office, Cruise Staff, Food Department,
Bar Department, Dining Room, Housekeeping, Gift Shop, to name a
few. Other departments are Salon, Photography, Casino, Shore
Excursions, Engine Room and Medical Staff.
As with a lot of companies, a lot of people who work on ships
in positions of authority have worked their way up through the
ranks, proving they can do the job. Of course someone applying
for a job in the Medical Office or the Salon or even the Engine
Room would have to have the obvious pre training requirements
beforehand.
If you are planning to work with the general public on a cruise
ship such as with shore excursions or serving in a dining room
or bar you will need to have an outgoing personality, and
remember that the public is always right. A smile goes a long
way to soothing a customer who may not be happy.
Generally cruise ships want a commitment from their workers of
at least four months. There is usually a break of four to six
weeks between contracts.
About The Author: This article provided courtesy of
http://www.alaska-cruise-guide.com
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