Restaurant Manager for European River ships with USA clientele with immediate start possibility!

Grand Circle Cruise Line
Recruiter:
Grand Circle Cruise Line
Category:
Restaurant Jobs
Position:
Restaurant Manager
Salary:
2.000 – 2.690 EUR
Updated:
June 3, 2026

Restaurant Manager with USA clientele

About the company
Grand Circle Corporation is the largest U.S. provider of international vacations for Americans aged 50 and older. What sets GCC as an industry leader in travel and discovery are small group sizes, unsurpassed value and excellence and unique itineraries covered under three brands: Grand Circle Cruise Line, Overseas Adventure Travel and Grand Circle Travel.

About the job
Responsible for delivering an exceptional beverage and dining service for our travelers in accordance with Grand Circle Cruise Line (GCCL) standards, while contributing to a positive work environment.

Responsibilities:

• leading, coordinating, supporting, motivating, training, and evaluating restaurant and bar staff
• monitoring and ensuring beverage and dining service is up to the highest standards
• Ensuring hygiene and maintenance of all service area is being upheld
• Responsible for ordering, margins, POS transactions, cost and stock control
• Handling and resolving travelers concerns
• any other duties advised by Hotel Manager

Skills/Qualifications:
• hotel school diploma or basic education equivalent is preferred
• minimum 2 years of experience in the field of desired position, preferably on passenger ship or in a 4 or 5 star restaurant and/or hotel
• cruise ship experience is a plus
• proven leadership abilities and excellent communication skills
• highly guest orientation
• good knowledge and understanding of bar and restaurant menus
• team-leading skills
• strong organizational and computer skills
• fluency in English
• eligibility to work in EU

What we offer:
• Compensation
o Gross monthly salary: 2.000 – 2.690 EUR, including base pay and potential additional earning such as bonuses, depending on experience and internal pay structure
• Benefits
o Tips provided voluntarily by guests (not guaranteed by the company)
o Incentive program
o Paid vacation
o Travel allowance
o Onboard internet access without usage limits
o Free shore excursions
o Special discounts in the on-board shop
o Access to gym and wellness facilities
o 50% discount on onboard massages
o Laundry service (uniforms and personal clothing)
o Private medical insurance coverage

Place of work: European Union

 

Work Experience Requirements

All applicants must have previous experience in working on a Cruise Ship.

Language Requirements

Good knowledge of the English language is required.