
Restaurant Manager
- Recruiter:
- MSC Cruises / Explora Journeys
- Category:
- Restaurant Jobs
- Position:
- Restaurant Manager
- Published:
- August 18, 2025
Where passion meets opportunity
The best of your adventures is the one you have yet to sail!
Your Purpose
As a Restaurant Manager aboard our cruise line, you will be part of the heart of our main dining rooms assisting and following the directives set by the Dining Operations team to ensure seamless coordination and service delivery.
You will lead a dynamic team to deliver exceptional culinary journeys that align with our commitment to excellence. Through your leadership, you will ensure every meal becomes a beautiful memory, making dining onboard a highlight of our guests’ cruise.
Embark on a journey where your passion for service and excellence meets world-class experiences.
Your Impact
As a key member of the onboard team, you will have a direct impact on the guest satisfaction scores, the quality of service, and the efficiency of Dining operations.
Your ability to train, lead, and motivate a diverse team will ensure that each guest enjoys the highest standards of hospitality. Your presence will help maintain a flow in the restaurant operations assisting our guests in the choice of our delightful menu options.
Your Journey So Far
To be considered for this role, you should have:
1. Proven previous experience: At least two years of experience in a similar role, ideally within the cruise lines
2. Fluent English to communicate correctly with different nationalities and additional language
3. Strong leadership and team-building skills, demonstrated through your ability to mentor, motivate, and manage diverse teams.
4. Comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage service standards, including familiarity with wine pairings and international cuisines.
5. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills in high-pressure environments.
Your Essentials
You are required to have the following qualifications and experience:
1. At least two years of relevant experience in dining operations management on board another cruise line.
2. Willingness to commit to a rotational schedule onboard, with extended periods away from home.
3. A guest-focused approach, adaptable, and solutions-oriented mindset with an unwavering commitment to excellence.
4. Leadership, problem-solving, organizational ability, commitment to exceptional guest service and fluency in English (additional languages are a plus).
5. Ability to succeed in a multicultural, fast-paced environment while adhering to high standards of safety, sanitation, and company policies.
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
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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