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Commis II Fine Dining
Role summary
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The Commis II Fine Dining supports the chefs in preparing and presenting high-quality dishes in an onboard specialty or fine-dining restaurant. Typical requirements include culinary training or relevant kitchen experience, basic knowledge of food preparation, hygiene and HACCP standards, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. The candidate is expected to follow recipes and instructions accurately, maintain clean workstations, control food waste, assist with mise en place, and cooperate closely with the galley and restaurant teams. Flexibility, stamina, discipline, attention to detail and a professional attitude are essential. Previous cruise-ship or luxury hospitality experience is advantageous, while English communication skills are generally required.
Can I work on cruise ships?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: No host-country permit: a seafarer medical, safety training, a seaman's book, a US crew visa and a Schengen visa.
Watch for: Recruitment fees are banned on ships.
Official source: US Department of State: crewmember visa. Checked October 2026.
What the job usually comes with on cruise ships
Usual for cruise ships, varies by employer. Checked October 2026.
| Housing | Free cabin, usually shared |
|---|---|
| Meals | Free (by law) |
| Flights | Joining and home flights usually paid; free repatriation (by law) |
| Service charge | Passenger service charges pooled on many lines |
| Contract | 6 to 9 months on board, about 2 months unpaid between contracts |
| Leave | 2.5 days a month, often paid as cash |
| Income tax | Usually not withheld; depends on your home country |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises is a global cruise company headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, and part of MSC Group. It operates a large fleet sailing to destinations across the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, the Caribbean, North America, South America, Asia and other regions. The company offers contemporary cruise holidays supported by restaurants, bars, entertainment, accommodation, excursions and family activities. MSC Cruises employs international teams across hotel operations, marine services, culinary departments, guest services and shoreside administration. Its onboard workforce operates in a multicultural environment with structured procedures, safety standards and service expectations. Employees commonly work on fixed-term contracts with extended hours and shared accommodation, while receiving meals and opportunities to travel. The company places strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, health and safety, and delivering an Italian-inspired hospitality experience across its ships.