The Assistant Butcher supports the shipboard culinary team by preparing, trimming, cutting, portioning, labeling, storing, and safely handling meat and poultry for restaurants and crew dining. Candidates should have practical butchery or commercial kitchen experience, knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards, and the ability to use knives and related equipment safely. A culinary qualification is helpful but may not be essential. The role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, good teamwork, and willingness to work long hours in a fast-paced international environment. Candidates must follow Holland America Line procedures, maintain clean work areas, control inventory, and meet consistent quality standards while living and working at sea.
Holland America Line is a premium cruise company with a history dating back to 1873. It operates ships offering worldwide voyages to destinations in Alaska, Europe, the Caribbean, Asia, Australia, and other regions. The company is known for classic cruising, attentive service, destination-focused itineraries, fine dining, live entertainment, and comfortable onboard experiences. Holland America Line is part of Carnival Corporation & plc and employs international teams across hotel operations, culinary services, marine operations, entertainment, and guest services. Shipboard employees generally work on rotational contracts, live onboard, and serve guests from many countries. The company typically provides crew accommodation, meals, travel arrangements related to joining the vessel, and training required for the position, subject to contract terms and eligibility requirements.
Indonesia is an archipelago with strong employment opportunities in tourism, hotels, restaurants, cruise recruitment, logistics, manufacturing, and digital services. Bali is the most internationally oriented destination, while Java offers larger cities and broader corporate opportunities; Lombok, Batam, and the eastern islands provide growing tourism and maritime roles. Indonesian culture emphasizes community, respect, hospitality, and religious diversity. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living to relaxed coastal communities, with generally affordable food and transport outside major tourist areas. Foreign workers normally need employer sponsorship and the correct work visa or work permit; cruise employees may also require a seafarer document and a transit or crew visa for embarkation countries. Candidates should verify contracts, medical checks, agency legitimacy, passport validity, insurance, and travel arrangements before relocating. English is valuable in tourism and cruise work, while Bahasa Indonesia is essential for daily life.
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