Housekeeping
Cleaning cabins and public areas, changing linen and towels, cabin inspection. On cruise and river vessels this is the invisible but decisive leg of guest satisfaction.
Hotel & Catering
Life on board in this role
Work is measured in cabins per day; the schedule is tight and fast. Turnaround days are the busiest.
Required documents and conditions
Document requirements vary by flag, owner and position. Once we have seen what you hold, we tell you in writing what is missing — we do not proceed on guesswork.
- 01Basic English
- 02STCW basic safety training
- 03Seaman's book and a valid passport
- 04Hotel experience preferred but not required on most openings
Where this position is sought
Click a ship type to see open positions on that type.
Questions specific to this position
How many cabins per day?
It varies by ship and cabin type; the number is set in the contract or the ship's procedure. We recommend asking and getting it in writing at the offer stage.
Is it suitable for women?
Yes — the cruise hotel department is one of the most common areas for women seafarers. Cabin arrangements and public-area rules are defined in the ship's procedure.