Housekeeper / Waiter - Luxury Barge

Cruising for over 50 years, **European Waterways** is the owner and operator of a fleet of luxury hotel barges located in France, Holland and Scotland.

Offering six night all inclusive cruises for between 8 to 12 passengers, each barge has a minimum crew of four including Captain, Master Chef, Tour Guide/deckhand and Host/ess.

We are currently recruiting for a Host/ess for our barges in Scotland for our 2025 season (from May/June to end of October).

**Our barges in Scotland are cruising on the Caledonian Canal & Loch Ness**.

**The main duties of a host/ess are**:

- Housekeeping: cleaning cabins, bathrooms, salon, watering the saloon’s plants, ordering flowers
- Serve at mealtimes : prepare breakfasts, aperitifs and drinks, describe the wine and cheese you serve
- Taking care of the laundry
- Make an inventory of the different stocks and watch them out: drinks, wine, cleaning products, breakfast stuff, etc.
- Prepare a clear shopping list for the chef and sometimes go shopping with him
- Give a warm welcome to the guests : take care of them and anticipate their needs

**About You: Grace, Poise & Professionalism**
- You bring prior experience in **luxury hospitality or fine dining**:

- You are **energetic, independent, and impeccably organized**:

- You possess a **keen eye for detail and a natural sense of service**:

- You take pride in **creating unforgettable experiences**

Having previous hospitality experience in the luxury sector, you will have an engaging personality, good organizational skills and be a proven team player.

**This is a live-in position for the entire duration of the contract. Our team members are provided with free food and accommodation for the entire duration of the contract.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: From £2,000.00 per month

Schedule:

- Day shift

**Experience**:

- Hospitality: 1 year (required)
- Food service: 1 year (required)
- Housekeeping: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road