Waiter (Japanese Speaking)

Department: Restaurant

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Description

Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises! The employer of choice in the cruise industry, our fleet of Love Boats offer exceptional facilities and extensive professional development and recreational programs for our valued teammates who hail from more than 60 countries around the globe. 

An iconic brand beloved by millions, we love people who love what they do and work together to help our guests create a lifetime of wonderful memories while providing friendly, attentive and authentic service like only Princess can. 

As a member of the Princess Family, you’ll enjoy a truly adventurous career with excellent incentives, unlimited opportunities for growth, and ports of call that will leave you breathless.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides a positive dining experience to every guest by always applying the brand and Service Excellence standards. 
• Creates a comfortable, elegant ambiance by always preparing table settings and maintaining service stations in line with all Company standards.
• Consistently provides helpful explanations and suggestions on the menu and offers assistance with wine pairings.
• Always delivers food and beverages as requested, promptly, in the correct service order, follows up to ensure each guest’s needs have been met and suggests solutions to any issues.
• Maximizes wine and beverage sales by invitingly offering suitable choices.
• Provides a positive first impression to every guest through a warm, welcoming individual greeting; always maintains a clean and professional appearance.
• Nurtures a lasting connection with every passenger by always showing genuine interest during service and remaining fully engaged throughout the voyage.
• Encourages and supports the growth, engagement, and development of the Junior Waiter by providing targeted coaching and training in all aspects of the role.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Graduate of a recognized Catering / Hotel Management School (Preferred).
• Two to five years of restaurant service experience on a cruise ship or in alternative at least 5 years of fine dining service from premium restaurants and/or luxury hotels (5 stars).
• Able to adequately explain pricing, food, wine, and cocktail menus to the guests
• Knowledge of fine dining operations and excellent restaurant service.
• Strong communicator with personable social skills to actively interact with a variety of guest demographics.
• Necessary computer skills and knowledge of P.O.S. systems.
• Command of the English and Japanese language, both verbal and written.

Benefits

Princess Cruises offers many benefits. This position is afforded comfortable shared cabin accommodations, meals, exceptional amenities, and extensive learning and recreational programs available to all of our teammates. 
Regardless of the rank or role, we are all one Princess team. Princess Cruises is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.