Cruise ship departments: on the Sky Princess now.
I have attended several talks/lectures
conducted by various members of the staff and crew that are held on sea days.
I also frequently take behind the scenes tours on most cruises.
There is some of what I have learned:
On a typical cruise ship for a mainstream cruise line, the departments and various jobs can include:
1. Hotel Operations:
• Hotel Manager
• Assistant Hotel Manager
• Front Desk Manager
• Guest Services Associate
• Concierge
• Shore Excursions Manager
• Loyalty Program Manager
2. Food and Beverage:
• Food and Beverage Director
• Restaurant Manager
• Assistant Restaurant Manager
• Head Chef
• Sous Chef
• Pastry Chef
• Bartender
• Waiter/Waitress
• Barista
3. Entertainment:
• Cruise Director
• Assistant Cruise Director
• Entertainment Manager
• Production Manager
• Stage Manager
• Performers (Singers, Dancers, Musicians, Comedians)
• DJ
• Activities Host/Hostess
4. Housekeeping:
• Chief Housekeeper
• Assistant Chief Housekeeper
• Cabin Steward/Stewardess
• Laundry Attendant
• Public Area Attendant
5. Deck and Engineering:
• Chief Engineer
• Assistant Chief Engineer
• Deck Officers (Captain, Staff Captain, First Officer, Second Officer)
• Deck Crew (Able Seaman, Bosun, Ordinary Seaman)
• Engine Officers (Chief Engineer, Second Engineer, Third Engineer)
• Engine Crew (Motorman, Oiler, Fitter)
6. Medical:
• Ship’s Doctor
• Nurse
• Paramedic 3 onboard. One is on duty at all times.
7. Retail:
• Retail Manager
• Assistant Retail Manager
• Retail Sales Associate
8. Spa and Wellness:
• Spa Manager
• Massage Therapist
• Esthetician
• Fitness Instructor
• Personal Trainer
9. Casino:
• Casino Manager
• Casino Dealer
• Slot Technician
10. Youth Program:
• Youth Program Manager
• Youth Counselor
11. Photography:
• Photo Manager
• Photographer
12. Security:
• Security Manager
• Security Officer
13. Environmental:
• Environmental Officer
• Waste Management Officer
14. Human Resources:
• Human Resources Manager
• Crew Welfare Officer
15. Finance:
• Financial Controller
• Accountant
16. Information Technology (IT):
• IT Manager
• IT Technician
17. Communications:
• Communications Officer
18. Art Auction:
• Art Auctioneer
• Art Sales Associate
19. Shore Excursions:
• Shore Excursions Manager
• Shore Excursions Coordinator
20. Guest Relations:
• Guest Relations Manager
• Guest Relations Officer
It’s a hotel, it’s dining, it’s transportation, it’s education, it’s safety, it’s entertainment, and so much more!
Yes, we are living and traveling in/on a virtual city complex!!
