CSS has its own Academy and for employees who start working with CSS it is possible to work in all departments. This will allow you to look for the job that suits you best. When you have chosen a job and work hard, show interest, get more knowledge etc… it is always possible to grow and become chief or manager. But in any case it takes time to allow yourself to develop and achieve what you want.
As a hospitality professional, you may already have a position in mind that would best suit your qualifications and career goals. Starting a career on board is not only a professional challenge, but it’s also a significant change in lifestyle. It may take some time to acclimate to your new environment, but with flexibility, an open mind, and enthusiastic professionalism, you will soon become an essential part of our team.
We want you to be successful, and the most important part of that success is YOU! Throughout the interview process, please be sure to ask the agency representative any questions you may have. Ready to get started?
Submitting Your Resume and Cover Letter
We’ll look forward to receiving your resume and cover letter through email info@cruiseshipsolutions.com. Keeping in mind that your resume is a snapshot representation of your professional qualifications, it’s an excellent opportunity to portray with confidence all that you’ve achieved, to reflect your potential contributions to our team (See right column for helpful tips).
The Interview Process
If your qualifications fit well with the requirements for a particular opportunity, a representative will reach out to you, for a preliminary screening. Depending on the role, there may be two (or more) follow-up interviews with other CSS Human Resource and Operational representatives. These conversations are intended as excellent opportunities for us to learn more about your background, and for you to learn more about the position and the company. Take advantage and, ask as many questions as you’d like. Once the decision is made, we will notify you of your status.
Once You are Ready to Be Hired
If you are approved, and decide to embark on this exciting new journey, there will be many details to consider, in preparation for your first assignment. Among them are three important items:
- Fit For Duty
In the interest of health and safety, all At Sea Employees must successfully complete a pre-employment medical examination (PEME) prior to joining the ship. This is a thorough medical examination, to ensure that the crew member is able to perform the required duties of the position and any safety training and emergency drills. - Background Check
Clearance of a criminal background check is required for all crew members. - Ready to Travel?
Our ships travel to many amazing destinations, and in order to be able to work on board, you will need certain documents. You must, of course, have a passport from your country, and it must be valid for at least two months after the end of your contract (passport validity requirements also depend on the itinerary of the ship). Also, depending on the itinerary, you will need a Seaman’s book, and/or additional visas (i.e. C-1/D visa, travel visas, Schengen visa) and STCW certificates.
In the future it will be possible to see which vacancies CSS has available on the website, but for now if you want more information about working for CSS, you can send an e-mail to: info@cruiseshipsolutions.com