Marella Cruises - Sanitation Officer

The Sanitation Officer supervises the overall cleanliness of the vessel allocated to the Food & Beverage and Housekeeping operation. Responsibilities also include compliance with all sanitation practices including, but not limited to cleanliness, storing, food handling, chemical handling, and pest management.

• Contract based permanent job
• Free meals and accommodation on board
• Medical insurance provided by employer
• Work with international team members
• Couples are welcome to apply
• SHIPS ARE SAILING AROUND THE WORLD!

• Supervise the cleanliness of all outlets & locations assigned to the Food & Beverage department and the Housekeeping department in compliance with USPH and Shipsan and company policies, SMS/IPM.
• Maintain knowledge of regulations for each country/region where ship sails.
• Responsible for hands-on training for chemical usage/handling, IPM, equipment handling (Breakage Prevention), cleaning techniques, time control plans, filling out logs in conjunction with the Kitchen Steward and Head Cleaner and all concerned Head of Department.
• Ensure that staff performs according to required rules and regulations.
• Conduct spot-checks on a daily basis to ensure compliance and to address discrepancies.
• Ensure cleanings are carried out per on board schedules and/or as necessary.
• Monitor galley operation and all buffet areas during preparation, service and breakdown (breakfast, lunch, teatime and dinner).
• Maintain, monitor and audit all sanitation logs (Galley, Restaurant, Housekeeping Department, Bar, Provision, Chemical and IPM).
• Prepare all outlets for any announced or unannounced Public Health Inspection, done by Shipboard Senior Management or local authorities.
• Maintain the cleanliness and working condition of all cleaning and washing equipment.
• Request maintenance though the AVO system and follow up on action required.
• Monitor the dish wash areas during the peak hours to prevent loss and breakage, and monitor workload of the utility team.
• Ensure that all waste produced by the Catering and Housekeeping Departments is disposed of in compliance with Public Health rules and regulations.
• Oversee the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program and ensure the procedures are followed and documentation is maintained.
• Monitor breakages of equipment, chinaware and glassware, and record it on a breakage report.
• Train and supervise all personnel on the correct handling of equipment.
• Conduct regular inspections on equipment and follow up with maintenance reports as required.
• Monitor time schedules of crew members for TAR policy compliance.
• Monitor daily job performance of crew members based on individual job descriptions.
• Maintain open communications with the Executive Chef, Food Manager and F&B Manager regarding performance of the Sanitation Team, F&B team, and Housekeeping team.
• Monitor team members to assure proper uniform and grooming standards meet employee handbook and company policies.
• Manage the Waste Management team and coordinate with the Assistant Sanitation Officer regarding the budget.

• Relevant education and experience with extensive knowledge of food handling procedures with regard to public health standards.
• Thorough knowledge of the European Sanitation procedures, Shipsan, and USPH procedures gained while working on board.
• Ability to read and write English in order to understand and interpret written procedures and produce required reports.
• Ability to give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms and to effectively present information and respond to questions from guests, supervisors and co-workers.
• Ability to speak English clearly, distinctly and cordially with guests and crew.
• Fluent in written English,
• Must be able to communicate effectively with the senior management.
• Good administrative skills.
• Must adhere to specific scheduled work hours, yet be flexible if circumstances require it.
• Tattoos are allowed (except offensive and facial)

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Last updated:
July 24, 2024