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Commis II Pan Asian
Role summary
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The Commis II Pan Asian supports the preparation and service of Asian dishes in an MSC Cruises galley. Requirements typically include basic professional kitchen experience, knowledge of Pan Asian ingredients and cooking methods, food-safety awareness, hygiene certification, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, multicultural environment. The successful candidate is expected to follow recipes and instructions accurately, maintain clean workstations, control portions, support senior chefs, and meet consistent quality standards. Flexibility is essential because cruise contracts involve long hours, shared accommodation, limited personal space, and work during weekends and holidays. Previous hotel, restaurant, or cruise experience is advantageous, while teamwork, discipline, stamina, and a positive attitude are highly valued.
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 major international cruise company and part of MSC Group, a privately held global transportation and logistics organization. Headquartered in Geneva, the cruise line operates a modern fleet sailing to destinations across Europe, the Caribbean, North America, South America, the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and other regions. MSC Cruises offers accommodation, dining, entertainment, excursions, family activities, and hospitality services to guests from around the world. Its ships employ large multicultural teams across hotel operations, culinary services, marine operations, guest relations, entertainment, retail, and technical departments. Employees generally work on fixed-term contracts while living onboard, with meals and cabin accommodation commonly included. The company places strong emphasis on international service standards, safety, teamwork, guest satisfaction, and career development within the cruise industry.