Cunard - Wine Waiter

As a market leader in the cruise industry, Cunard sails spectacular ships all over the world. Join us and you’ll discover that working at sea is more than just a job. It’s a way of life. During your Cunard career you could explore all four corners of the world, visiting destinations from Alaska to Japan, and more than 70 countries in between. Explore new cultures, meet incredible new friends, and gain experiences that will stay with you for a lifetime.

Are you passionate about wine and delivering exceptional service? We’re looking for a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Wine Waiter's to join our world-class team onboard. In this role, you’ll provide a professional and engaging wine service to both guests and crew, enhancing their onboard experience while upholding the highest standards of hospitality.

Our bars and dining venues are among the most luxurious at sea, and we’re seeking someone who takes pride in maintaining a refined and welcoming atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Chief Sommelier with wine talks, tastings, and guest presentations
• Prepare wine pre-orders and ensure timely table setup for service periods
• Confidently engage with guests, offering expert advice and answering wine-related questions
• Serve wine and beverages in line with Responsible Service of Alcohol policies
• Drive wine sales by promoting featured selections and offering food and wine pairing recommendations
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation standards for all bar equipment, glassware, and service areas
• Follow all cleaning routines and operational procedures to ensure a seamless service

What We’re Looking For:

• WSET Level 2 or equivalent wine qualification preferred (or relevant industry experience)
• Level 2 Award in Food Safety or equivalent
• Previous sommelier or wine service experience in a 4- or 5-star hospitality environment
• A genuine passion for wine and a desire to share your knowledge with others
• Strong communication skills and a good command of written and spoken English

We are working hard to build a flexible and inclusive culture. As part of our culture difference is valued and our people can be themselves. We welcome applications from everyone because inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership and pregnancy & maternity.

At Cunard, we collaborate with a variety of reputable agencies who will never ask you to pay a hiring fee or any other associated monies in order to submit an application to us. All applications are reviewed against the same criteria and using an agency will not increase your chances of being successful.

Before starting an assignment with Carnival UK (P&O Cruises & Cunard), it may be necessary for you to obtain essential compliance documents or undertake training, initially at your cost. A number of these costs are refundable after your first assignment has begun; for further information, please speak to your recruitment contact.