Cruise Ship Bartender Jobs
Bartenders on cruise ships are very busy people. And it's not just because almost everyone onboard is looking for his or her next cocktail (although, this certainly does keep bartenders busy). Bartenders are needed in a number of places on the ship: on lounges, cruise decks, and even casinos.
In addition to serving and mixing drinks, bartenders must look after all aspects of the lounge to which they are assigned. This can include direct responsibilities like stocking the bar, prepping for happy hours, over looking schedules, and cleanliness. Because bartenders manage a bar staff beneath them, they must also oversee the people in their area to make sure everyone is doing their job. Bartenders must be expert mixologists, and cruise lines always demand prior bartending and staff experience before hiring ship bartenders.
Perhaps one of the most important responsibilities of any professional bartender is keeping the customers happy. An outgoing, friendly personality is a prerequisite for any successful bartender. While appealing to customers of all kinds, bartenders must be patient with customers but know when to be firm if the situation calls for action.
Bartending income on cruise ships comes largely from tips, although bar managers and senior staff will be paid a nice salary.
If you're dead set on bartending in a fun environment -- and would like to pursue opportunities outside the cruise industry -- then consider ski resort bartending jobs. True, it's not the same as working on a cruise ship but there are good times to be had. The JobMonkey Ski Resort Jobs section details the entire industry.
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