Ship
Jobs
Jobs
in the Steward
Department
As
I mentioned earlier, the Steward Department often hires personnel from
the flag country or through agencies in third world countries that favor
low wages. However, there are a few luxury lines that employ and fairly
compensate Canadian housekeeping staff that have diplomas or
certificates in this field, as well as experience in five-star
establishments.
Chief
Steward or Stewardess: The Chief Steward or Stewardess provides
supervision for the Steward Department. He or she can recommend
promotions as a means of rewarding hard work, dedication and attention
to detail. The Chief is responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance
of all passenger accommodation and public areas. Other areas of
responsibility include laundry and tailor services, as well as luggage
distribution and collection at the start and end of the cruise.
Cabin
Steward or Stewardess: Cabin Stewards or Stewardesses are
responsible for the cleanliness, neatness and stocking of all guest
cabins. During embarkation, each Steward or Stewardess stands in his or
her section to welcome the guests onboard. They will instruct the guests
on how to operate the air conditioning, hot and cold water, television
and explain where the electrical outlets are. A Cabin Steward or
Stewardess is on duty most of the day, often with an early morning start
with a few hours break just after lunch.
Officer
Steward or Stewardess: Officer Stewards or Stewardesses are assigned
to a section of officers' cabins with the responsibility of keeping the
cabins clean and well stocked in much the same way as guest
cabins.
Deck
Steward or Stewardess: Deck Stewards or Stewardesses ensure that the
outside decks are tidy. They arrange sun lounge chairs in the morning
and store them away each evening for the next day's use. As for those
guests wishing to sunbathe, the Deck Stewards or Stewardesses ensure
clean beach towels are available.
Bell
Captain and Bellman: The Bellmen operate a 24-hour room service
station. They will deliver food items or beverages to guest cabins as
ordered. They also act as the ship's mailmen, delivering correspondence
within the ship's departments, as well as to guest cabins.
Cleaner:
Cleaners ensure that all public and crew areas, storage areas and
restrooms are clean, stocked and tidy.
Laundryman
& Linenkeeper: These positions ensure the operations of the
ship's laundering and pressing service for both guests and
officers.
Tailor:
Since most ship uniforms are reused, the Tailor stores the uniforms in
his office and is responsible for measuring and tailoring uniforms for
new officers and crew. The Tailor may also work on passenger clothing if
required.
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