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Storekeeper
Role summary
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The Storekeeper manages the receipt, storage, organization, and issue of food, beverage, hotel, and operational supplies onboard. Requirements typically include previous warehouse, inventory, or logistics experience; basic computer skills; good numeracy; physical fitness; and the ability to work safely in a confined, fast-moving environment. Experience with stock-control systems, barcode scanners, or cruise and hospitality operations is helpful. The candidate is expected to maintain accurate records, check deliveries, rotate stock, monitor expiry dates, support regular inventories, and follow company health, safety, and sanitation procedures. Reliability, attention to detail, teamwork, flexibility, and readiness to work long shifts at sea are essential.
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 Explora Journeys
Explora Journeys is a luxury ocean travel brand created by the MSC Group, one of the world's largest privately owned shipping and cruise companies. The brand focuses on refined, spacious ships, personalized service, destination-inspired experiences, and a relaxed “home at sea” atmosphere. Its vessels are designed for travelers seeking contemporary luxury rather than traditional mass-market cruising, with suite accommodation, premium dining, wellness facilities, and carefully curated itineraries. Employees work in an international environment and support a high standard of hospitality, safety, and guest care. Careers may be available across hotel operations, culinary services, marine operations, guest relations, entertainment, retail, and supply-chain functions. Depending on the contract and vessel, staff generally receive accommodation, meals, onboard facilities, travel arrangements, and opportunities to develop an international hospitality career.