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Liquor Specialist
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Job Role | LIQUOR SPECIALIST |
Department | |
Job Type | FIXED TERM CONTRACT |
Cabin | Shared |
Salary | To be discussed at interview |
Commission | Yes |
Welcome to our Academy Onboard Talent Hub, we will take you through everything you need to know about becoming a Liquor Specialist in the cruise industry.
On this page, we will guide you through the 4 steps you need to know before proceeding further: the role description, the requirements, our unique support and finally how to apply.
ACADEMY CEO INTRODUCTION:
If you have a passion for whisky, cognac, tequila and other premium spirits, then a liquor specialist is your dream role. Your expert knowledge and your technical understanding will already be built, and now you can deliver this excellence into the US cruise market!
Trust us with your journey
Step 1 - The Job Role
Here at the Cruise Retail Academy, we are dedicated to "illuminating" your career, offering extraordinary opportunities for Liquor Specialists to work onboard luxury cruise ships around the globe.
Do you possess a comprehensive knowledge of beverages and an understanding of the ingredients and flavor profiles of various liquors from around the world, including whiskey, vodka, rum, and gin?
Would you relish the chance to create magical moments for your guests with your expertise, conducting tasting sessions and delivering captivating presentations?
Are you prepared to educate and train others in classic beverages, cocktail mixes, proper serving techniques, and stay abreast of new trends in the industry?
Do you thrive on entertaining and delivering exceptional guest experiences?
Do you excel at orchestrating special activations that draw crowds and elevate entertainment?
Can you "Craft the Perfect Pour" and are you ready to "Guide others to Spirits Perfection"?
How You’ll Create Magical Experiences Onboard as a Liquor Specialist:
Collaborating with fellow shoppies and specialists onboard to craft an exceptional guest experience and deliver captivating entertainment.
Partnering with cruise line associates and onboard teams to curate magical events.
What Experience We’re Seeking:
We seek honest, hardworking individuals with a genuine passion for liquor, eager to create enchanting experiences onboard through their knowledge and charisma.
Positive experiences working with guests to create memorable moments on land, at sea, or even on the moon... If you can deliver outstanding guest experiences and thrive in a team environment, you're already ahead.
What You Can Expect:
Access to the Cruise Retail Academy and comprehensive brand training
Competitive salary and an attractive commission structure.
Onboard accommodation and meals.
Customized in-house training covering sales, product knowledge, and brand expertise.
Contract-based role, with opportunities to work and live at sea for up to 6 months at a time, with breaks between contracts.
Assistance with necessary visas and seafaring documents for work at sea.
Step 2 - Requirements
Before you start an amazing adventure on the oceans and growing your career, it is important to know that getting onboard a cruise ship for the first time is a little bit complicated. As such, you need to be fully prepared for the steps you will need to take before you can start working.
It can take 3-6 months to get onboard, and for those candidates who use us to find a job onboard, we will help, guide and support you all the way until you embark safely.
Before you step onto the gangway and into your first cruise ship you will need to go through 6 main stages to get there, which we will guide you through as part of your application process with us.
Application (this part)
Interview and Assessment (with us first, then with client afterwards)
Medical (between $300 - 600)
C1/D Visa Application (typically around $180 - reimbursed onboard)
Pre-employment HR certification including:
Police clearance certificate
STCW training (between $100 basic - $800 comprehensive)
HR paperwork
Travel arrangements (cost depends on operator)
We have a comprehensive guide to answer all the key questions which we think you need to know about the requirements to getting onboard for the first time:
The Academy team is here to support you at every step of your journey onboard. We know the industry, we know the people and we know the expectations.
Step 3 - Our Unique Support
Are you ready for ship life?
Do you know what lies ahead?
We want to support you uniquely to prepare you.
To do this we would like to share with you as much information as we can so you can begin your onboarding process. Firstly, at the bottom of this page, you will find a link to our department overview page that tells you a lot more about the specific department,
You will also see that we have a unique podcast specific for this job role for you to listen to telling you all about this specific role and giving you some honest understanding of what lies ahead. Right at the bottom of the page, we have further useful links to our Cruise Blog, our FAQ's. And most importantly, we have over 50 free training courses for you in our E-Academy to really help you understand all aspects of ship life, guidance and skills. To join our Academy for free, and to find the courses that are most relevant to your job role, click on the button below:
Step 4 - Time to Apply
So, you have seen the job description, you have learnt about the requirements and you understand the support that is available from us.
Now, it is time for you to apply for the role. To do this you will need to complete the application form by clicking on the 'Apply For Job' button below on the right.
When you click on this button, you will need to answer a few questions and upload your current CV in PDF format only (NB. If you want some help on ensuring your CV is well written, you can join our CV workshop, available in our E-Academy).
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