Career Opportunities: Restaurant Host/ess (20161)
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Career Opportunities: Restaurant Host/ess (20161)

Norwegian Cruise Line

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Career Opportunities: Restaurant Host/ess (20161)

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GROW YOUR CAREER WITH US

At Norwegian Cruise Line, we know our future success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best talent. We are seeking individuals that are passionate about hospitality and committed to being their personal best.

As you learn more about our company, we think you will agree that there is no better time than now to become a member of the Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings family. 

 

APPLY ONLINE

If you’re interested to be considered for this position, please click the blue APPLY button at the top of the page to get started. All candidates must complete an on-line application to be considered.

 

THE BRANDS OF NCLH

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. is a diversified cruise operator of leading global cruise lines spanning market segments from contemporary to luxury under the brands Norwegian Cruise Line®, Oceania Cruises® and Regent Seven Seas Cruises®.

www.ncl.com www.oceaniacruises.com www.rssc.com

 

 

POSITION SUMMARY / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Restaurant Host/Hostess is responsible for assuring all guests are greeted and treated with excellent hospitality. Administrates restaurant reservations and controls the flow of guests into the restaurants.

  • Assist with achieving departmental guest satisfaction targets and food and beverage revenues by controlling guest flow and seating to achieve maximum turns in the outlets.
  • Follows and is compliant with all Public Health rules and regulations.
  • Ensures that podium and reservation desk is properly set-up for each meal period and for the expected levels of business.
  • Take restaurant reservations according to company guidelines.
  • Answers telephones and manages guest’s dining requests (i.e. special occasion, dietary requirements, seating preferences, etc.)
  • Manages reservations and seating with a computerized reservation and table management system.
  • Initiates and maintains wait lists.
  • Guide and direct escort teams in the main restaurants.
  • Ascertains dining experience satisfaction as guests leave the restaurants.
  • Ensures that podium and reservation desk is properly organized and restocked at the end of each meal period and or shift.
  • Responsible for securing reservation system laptop at the end of each meal period.
  • Ensures restaurant maintenance needs are communicated to Restaurant Management.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned or as directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
  • Must be familiar with the Safety and Environmental Protection Policy and the SEMS, and carry out the policies and procedures appropriate for his/her position.

 

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum six months experience as a Waiter/Assistant Waiter on a large cruise ship or six months working experience as a Host/Hostess for a shore side restaurant is required.
  • Basic to Intermediate skills using computerized reservation and/or table management systems is preferred.
  • Intermediate to Advanced level English verbal and writing skills, including the proper use of English grammar.
  • High school diploma or foreign equivalency is required.
  • Certificate of completion in safety, environmental, public health and sanitation regulations and procedures from a recognized institution is required.

 

ATTRIBUTES

  • Proactive, Team Player, Problem Solver
  • Passionate about hospitality and customer service driven
  • Must have a professional appearance and good hygiene
  • Respect for all co-workers and guests
  • Pride in your work by creating positive energy, excitement and fun
  • Able to work 7 days a week
  • Demonstrate positive behaviors; smiling, being polite and courteous
  • Able to develop a camaraderie with team members
  • Ability to live in close quarters, share limited space with other cabin-mates

 

REQUIRED ABILITIES / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • While performing the essential functions of this job, all team members are required to stand; walk long distances on the ship; use hands to touch, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk, hear, taste and smell.
    All vessel positions require repetitive motion of bending, climbing, going up and down stairs and lifting more than 25 pounds. This job requires specific vision abilities to include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

ABOUT NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE

Norwegian celebrates a corporate history of industry firsts, including being the first cruise line to offer weekly departures to the Caribbean from Miami and the first to offer youth-specific onboard programs and also onboard WiFi.

In an ever-changing world, Norwegian remains a leader in the industry for providing premium guest experiences on cruises across the globe. Nobody does it better.  Norwegian introduced Freestyle Cruising, which revolutionized the industry by giving guests more freedom and flexibility on a relaxed, resort-style cruise vacation.  Our award-winning fleet of purpose-built ships – the youngest and most innovative at sea –visits more than 230 destinations worldwide. 
As our company adds new destinations, itineraries and ships, there are wonderful opportunities for new crew to join our family!

We’ll proudly welcome Norwegian Bliss to our fleet in Summer 2018, with several more vessels are scheduled through 2025.  Recently, Norwegian was named “Europe’s Leading Cruise Line” for the ninth consecutive year, as well as “Caribbean’s Leading Cruise Line” for the fourth time and “World’s Leading Large Ship Cruise Line” for the fifth year by the World Travel Awards.  Norwegian Cruise Line is officially listed on the NYSE, trading under the ticker symbol “NCLH” (Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings, Ltd). 


Read more about Norwegian on our website: http://www.ncl.com

 

GET SOCIAL WITH US!

Facebook:         https://www.facebook.com/NorwegianCruiseLineJobsandCareers/

LinkedIn:           https://www.linkedin.com/company/norwegian-cruise-line

Instagram:        ncljobs

Twitter:              @NCLjobs

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is Norwegian Cruise Line Holding’s policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and marital or veteran status.

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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Career Opportunities: Restaurant Host/ess (20161)

Miami, FL, United States

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