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Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises!
As one of the world's leading cruise brands and an employer of choice in the industry, Princess Cruises offers exciting career opportunities aboard a fleet recognized for exceptional guest experiences and innovation at sea.
Our teammates represent more than 60 nationalities and bring diverse talents, perspectives, and experiences to life every day. Together, we create memorable moments for guests while building rewarding careers in a supportive, inclusive, and globally connected environment.
At Princess Cruises, we are passionate about delivering exceptional service and creating unforgettable experiences. We are looking for individuals who share our commitment to excellence, thrive in a team environment, and take pride in making a positive impact on our guests and fellow teammates.
As part of the Princess family, you'll enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, international career pathways, and the unique opportunity to explore some of the world's most breathtaking destinations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead exceptional bar service in your assigned venue, acting as a Princess Cruises ambassador and ensuring teammates consistently deliver warm, professional, and engaging guest interactions in line with our Service Excellence standards. Own the guest bar and specialty coffee experience by preparing cocktails and beverages to company recipes, ensuring every drink is presented to brand standards, and proactively engaging with guests to anticipate needs and enhance their onboard experience. Maintain bar readiness and presentation by ensuring the bar is fully stocked, clean, and well-organized at all times, promptly reporting and helping to resolve any issues with equipment, fixtures, or furnishings. Monitor product quality and service delivery, identifying and rectifying any shortfalls that may impact the guest experience, and partnering with the Head Bartender and Bar Manager to action guest feedback and support timely service recovery. Manage stock and inventory responsibly in your assigned bar, conducting regular counts as directed, minimizing waste, breakages, and mishandling, and following all beverage accounting and control procedures. Coach and support the Beverage Svc team by providing on-the-job training, guidance, and feedback to Bar Stewards and Utility Beverage Attendants, fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team culture. Uphold health, safety, and compliance standards by following all public health, safety, and Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) guidelines, and ensuring your venue meets or exceeds company and regulatory requirements at all times.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Education & Professional Training: Graduate of a recognized hotel, bar operations, hospitality management school, or equivalent professional bartending training.
- Bartending Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Bartender in a high‑volume bar, hotel, restaurant, or cruise environment, confidently preparing classic and contemporary cocktails, specialty coffees, and a wide range of beverages.
- Beverage Knowledge: Strong product knowledge across wines, beers, spirits, liqueurs, cocktails, non‑alcoholic beverages, and barista-style coffee, with proven experience in high‑quality service execution.
- Public Health & Compliance: Good working knowledge of USPH (or similar public health standards), Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) principles, and company policies related to hygiene, safety, and beverage control.
- Guest Service Excellence: Demonstrated ability to deliver warm, engaging, and professional service, proactively anticipating guest needs and resolving issues in a way that enhances the overall guest experience.
- Leadership & Teamwork: Strong bar management skills with the ability to lead, motivate, and coach a diverse, multicultural team while fostering an inclusive, high‑performance culture.
- Resilience & Decision-Making: Able to work calmly and efficiently under pressure, make sound decisions in a fast‑paced environment, and adapt to changing guest volumes and operational needs.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a professional and approachable manner when interacting with guests and teammates.
- Language Skills: Very good command of both English and Japanese, verbal and written; able to understand, support, and hold conversations with Japanese-speaking guests.
Additional Information
This position involves regular physical activity, including standing for extended periods and lifting or moving heavy items in line with operational requirements.
Embark on a career adventure like no other! As part of the Princess Cruises team, you’ll enjoy:
- A competitive salary package.
- Your own comfortable double cabin - your private space to relax and recharge.
- Company-paid travel to and from the ship, so you can focus on the journey ahead.
- Access to exclusive areas and benefits onboard (depending on the rank and occupational group).
- A vibrant recreation and welfare program designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.
- Access to exceptional learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.
- The chance to travel the world, exploring exciting destinations while doing what you love.
- A welcoming, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued.
Join us and become part of a global team that’s passionate about delivering unforgettable experiences—both for our guests and for one another.
