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Cruise ship steward
Cabin steward
Cruise ship stewards clean and service cabins on board cruise ships.
Average salary (a year)
£0
Starter
£0
Experienced
Typical hours (a week)
36.0 to 40.0 hours
seasonal
Work Hours
evenings / weekends / bank holidays
on shifts
How to become
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You can get into this job through:a college course; applying directly
College
College courses which would teach you some of the skills and knowledge you need in this job include
Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering, Level 2 Diploma in Customer Service
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
  • 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a level 2 course
More Information
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Direct Application
There are no formal requirements, but experience of working in a hotel, restaurant or bar can be useful. GCSEs in English and maths will be helpful.
Customer service is an important part of the role, so most cruise liners will expect you to have worked in a customer service job before.
As you'll be travelling around the world, it may be helpful if you can speak a second language.
What it takes
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Skills and knowledge
You'll need:
    Customer service skills
    To be thorough and pay attention to detail
    Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
    The ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
    Sensitivity and understanding
    The ability to work well with others
    Excellent verbal communication skills
    A desire to help people
Digital Skills Level
to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device
What you will do
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Day to day tasks
In this role you could
show guests to their cabins, take food and drink orders, make beds, supply fresh linen, vacuum floors, replace mini bar items and provide a bill, replace stocks and supplies
Working environment
You could work on a cruise ship.
You may need to wear a uniform.
Career Path & Progression
Look at progression in this role and similar opportunities
With experience you could progress to a supervisor post, like assistant housekeeper or head steward.
You could also move into other areas like working as a croupier in the casino, or entertainment or restaurant work.
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