Maître d’Hotel
Be part of a dynamic team, providing exceptional service to guests in an ever-changing environment. Be part of SijFa Travel and take this opportunity to join a river cruise ship company and have each day a different scenery while you are working
As a maître d’hotel you are responsible for coordinating service tasks in the restaurant and bar. You are accountable to the hotel manager and work closely with all restaurant employees and the kitchen team. Your duties include greeting guests, managing open seating & reservations, overseeing the dining room operations, and ensuring that customers have an exceptional dining experience. You must possess excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as a deep understanding of the restaurant’s menu and wine list. Additionally, you are responsible for training and supervising waitstaff, addressing customer complaints, and maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and safety throughout the establishment.
Are you a leader:
Always High quality is nr 1 for you
You believe in Integrity, Self-awareness, Courage, Respect, Compassion, and Resilience for Yourself and the Team
You:
Have a strong knowledge of the F&B deparment
Experience within hospitality in a similar position with outstanding and proven management skills and hands-on experience
Preferably previous (river) cruise experience
The happiness of our guests is your main priority
You active stimulate teamwork in the restaurant team and between the different departments
The well-being of the crew on the ship is important to you
You are open minded and flexible and have a hands-on mentality
You are able to train and support crew members in bar as well as restaurant department
You are resistant to stress and resilient
Excellent English skills (written & verbal), German knowledge is a big advantage
Sijfa Travel:
A Swiss contract with excellent primary and secondary employment conditions such as, pension fund, health insurance, sickness salary benefits, accident insurance, income tax at source.
Attractive salary based on experience
Paid holiday, rotaton schedule by mutual agreement
Travel expenses are being paid
Are one company (nautical, technical, hotel) with short communication lines
Provide uniform, laundry, free wifi, lodging, meals, crew sundeck area
Are a company with strong values; We are committed to our social, economic, and environmental responsibilities
The opportunity to travel Europe and make friends for life
Waiter position