Super LUXURY CRUISES | Waiters for Explora Journeys - Join Now! Only until 31th August

SAVORIS is supporting Oceans ME with European candidate sourcing for an Explora Journeys Waiter recruitment project.

We are seeking experienced hospitality professionals with refined service standards, a guest-focused approach and the ability to work in a demanding, international and multicultural onboard environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the assigned service station in a restaurant or buffet venue;

• Welcome guests, present menus and take food and beverage orders;

• Explain dishes and recommend wines and other beverages;

• Deliver attentive and personalised service to international guests;

• Maintain the correct mise en place, cleanliness and organisation of the station;

• Follow all service, public-health, hygiene and food-safety procedures;

• Support and supervise the Assistant Waiter assigned to the station;

• Assist with Room Service or other Food & Beverage operations when required;

• Report guest concerns promptly to the appropriate supervisor.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Candidates must complete the official Oceans ME registration form and upload an updated CV in English:

https://oceansme.com/event/registration/?utm_source=savoris

Selected candidates will be invited to an online interview and may subsequently progress to an interview with the Explora Journeys recruitment team.

Applications are available until 31 August 2026 and are reviewed as they are received. Early submission is recommended.

Candidate assessment, selection, contractual conditions and employment decisions remain the responsibility of the respective recruiting entities.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

• Citizenship of a European Union Member State;

• Candidates must meet at least ONE of the following experience routes:

ROUTE A — SHORE-BASED EXPERIENCE

At least 2 years of full-time professional experience as a Waiter/Server, or in a more senior position, in a 5-star luxury hotel or an internationally recognised fine-dining restaurant;

OR

ROUTE B — CRUISE-SHIP EXPERIENCE

At least one successfully completed contract as a Waiter/Server, or in a more senior position, onboard a cruise ship, preferably within the luxury segment.

Candidates must also have:

• Senior High School education or equivalent;

• Fluent written and spoken English;

• Practical knowledge of high-volume, all-day dining or multi-cuisine restaurant operations;

• Familiarity with refined and luxury-service environments;

• A valid Food Safety/HACCP certificate;

• A valid passport;

• Availability to work onboard and join a multicultural team;

• An updated CV in English.

HIGHLY PREFERRED

• A degree, diploma or professional qualification in Hospitality, Hotel Management or a relevant field;

• Experience in a fast-paced and multicultural environment;

• Knowledge of European, Asian or other international cuisines;

• Previous experience within the luxury cruise segment;

• Fluency in an additional European language.