MSC Cruises / Explora Journeys

Specialty Waiter

Recruiter:
MSC Cruises / Explora Journeys
Category:
Restaurant Jobs
Position:
Waiter / Waitress
Published:
August 17, 2025

Where passion meets opportunity

The best of your adventures is the one you have yet to sail!

Your Purpose

As a Specialty Waiter, you will provide an elevated dining experience to our guests, delivering world-class service in one of our specialty restaurants. You will ensure that every meal is an unforgettable culinary journey, catering to the refined tastes and expectations of our guests. With your expertise in premium dining, you will contribute to the smooth operation of the restaurant while upholding the highest service and hospitality standards on board. 

Your Impact

Your role is crucial in creating exceptional gastronomic moments that delight our guests and enhance their cruise experience. You will go beyond standard service by offering personalized recommendations, ensuring seamless coordination with the culinary team, and anticipating guest preferences. Your refined attention to detail, deep knowledge of premium food and beverage offerings, and ability to engage with international guests will help build lasting memories and foster guest loyalty. By upholding our brand's service excellence, you will play a vital role in shaping the overall success of our dining venues. 

Your Journey So Far

You have honed your skills in luxury dining establishments, whether aboard a cruise ship or within a prestigious 5-star hotel or major international resort. 

You bring extensive experience in fine dining or specialty restaurant service, with a deep understanding of premium food and beverage pairings. 

Your ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment is matched by your commitment to hospitality excellence. 

Your fluency in English and at least one additional European language allows you to connect with our diverse guest base, ensuring a seamless and personalized dining experience. 

Your Essentials

Proven experience as a Specialty Waiter or in a similar fine dining role aboard a cruise ship, a luxury hotel, or an international 5-star resort. 

Strong knowledge of gourmet cuisine, wine pairings, and premium service etiquette. 

Fluency in English (oral and written) and at least one other European language. 

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide tailored recommendations to guests. 

A passion for hospitality and a guest-focused approach, ensuring top-tier service at all times. 

Ability to work in a dynamic, high-pressure environment while maintaining a polished and professional demeanor. 

A team player who collaborates with colleagues to deliver seamless and memorable dining experiences. 

Join our team and take your passion for fine dining to the next level on board one of the world’s most prestigious cruise lines! 

Our commitment

We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.

 

Ready to turn your passion into something extraordinary? Join us at MSC Cruises, where new opportunities await. Apply today to be part of a global team that is pushing boundaries and achieving something remarkable. Your journey starts here!

MSC Cruises / Explora Journeys

MSC Cruises
Explora Journeys

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WHERE PASSION MEETS OPPORTUNITY

The Cruise Division of MSC Group, the privately-owned world leader in transportation, is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, with two distinct brands - MSC Cruises, covering the contemporary and premium segments and Explora Journeys, dedicated to the luxury segment.

MSC Cruises is the world’s third largest cruise line and the market leader in Europe with a strong and growing presence in North America. A global cruise brand with 23 modern ships offering cruises across five continents, guests can visit more than 100 countries worldwide with more than 300 destinations, making unforgettable memories and enjoying the finest hospitality.

Explora Journeys, launched in 2023, is the luxury ocean travel brand redefining the experience for a new generation of discerning travellers. The fleet, currently comprising two ships and expanding to six by 2028, offers effortless yet refined luxury. Guests embark on transformative journeys, connecting with the sea through exceptional itineraries that inspire discovery in all its forms.

Join us and be part of a global family where together we achieve the extraordinary!


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