SCYLLA AG - ASSISTANT MAITRE'D HOTEL

ISMIRA Agency actively recruiting for position Assistant Maitre d’Hotel for Scylla AG! Founded in Switzerland in 1973, Scylla has been setting the standard in premium river cruising for more than 50 years. Their motto is “Quality, our passion”. Today, the company operates more than 40 modern river ships, sailing along the Rhine, Danube, Seine, Rhône, Saône, and many other beautiful rivers across Europe. As Assistant Maître d’Hôtel , you are a key part of delivering an outstanding dining and beverage experience for our guests. Supporting the Maître d’Hôtel, you ensure smooth service across the restaurant, bar, room service, and sundeck. Beyond service, you help train and guide team members, maintain high standards, and contribute to a welcoming and efficient environment. Your work ensures that every guest enjoys a professional, warm, and memorable experience. Conditions: Free food and accommodation on board Seasonal work with contracts from March to November renewable each season River ships are located in Europe - closer to home No Safety certificates or Seaman's book required Possibility to take paid days off and vacation during the season Excellent working conditions, pension plan and health insurance Free internet (10 GB per month) Uniform provided by the company Shore leave almost every day There are always more openings for German speakers Some vessels offer free German language courses on board Duties and responsibilities: Assist with professional service in the restaurant, bar, room service, and sundeck. Greet and assist guests, respond to concerns, and ensure satisfaction. Take food and drink orders and manage a restaurant station for up to 50 guests. Present and serve food and beverages according to Scylla standards. Promote beverage sales and provide wine service onboard. Ensure knowledge of menu offerings, allergens, and guest sensitivities. Support all aspects of embarkation, including welcoming guests and escorting them to cabins. Maintain cleanliness and order in line with HACCP and Scylla hygiene standards. Handle food, drink, and equipment responsibly. Act as the right hand of the Maître d’Hôtel, assisting with service and leadership. Support daily team briefings and menu introductions. etc. Requirements: Experience in hotel or river cruise F&B operations. Strong communication, interpersonal, and listening skills. Guest-focused, calm under pressure, and solution-oriented. Open-minded, flexible, and culturally aware. Developing leadership and organizational skills. Professional appearance, reliability, and physical stamina. Fluent in English (spoken and written); German is an advantage. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Positive, collaborative, and committed to team spirit. Age: min. 18 years old Non-EU nationals will need D type German visa before joining Why Join Us At Scylla, you’ll support a dynamic, international team while helping create unforgettable dining experiences for our guests. You’ll work in a collaborative, supportive environment where your skills are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your contributions make a real impact. Enjoy traveling across Europe, developing your hospitality career, and forming lasting friendships—all while delivering first-class service onboard our luxury river cruise ships. NOTE: Nationalities that we can process: 🇱🇹 🇱🇻 🇪🇪 🇵🇱 🇷🇺 🇧🇾 🇺🇦 🇲🇩 🇰🇿 🇰🇬 🇺🇿 🇦🇲 🇦🇿 🇹🇯 🇹🇲 🇬🇪 EU nationals can apply and join during whole season without visas Ukrainian citizens with residence permits in EU may also apply Non-EU citizens German speakers may also apply to all positions Culinary positions are open for EU and NON-EU (English or German speakers) Last updated: October 30, 2025 You can submit your Resume here pushing APPLY TO POSITION button If you are not sure what position to apply for, you may instead submit general application here and we will advise you: https://ismira.breezy.hr/p/c3fb653b09b501-general-application-for-hospitality-positions