Job Description

ISMIRA Agency actively recruiting for position RESTAURANT MANAGER for TUI Cruises!
TUI River Cruises designed as boutique 'floating hotels' with a maximum of 155-190 guests, offering an intimate and relaxed atmosphere with a focus on immersive destination experiences. TUI Aria - adult only, modern & beautiful river ship, the largest in European fleet.
Restaurant Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of onboard dining and beverage service, including staff management, inventory control, service standards, hygiene, and guest satisfaction.
Conditions:

• One of the most reputable brands in European river cruising
• Seasonal work from spring to fall (8-10 months)
• Days off & vacation during contract
• Free food and shared accommodation
• Competitive salary packages
• Medical insurance provided during contract
• Beautiful European routes (you work and travel at the same time)
• Modern, well-maintained river ships
• Multinational team and positive working environment
• All uniforms provided -- no deposit
• Safe workplace standards and great conditions

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee entire service department, ensuring professional, courteous, and consistent service aligned with company standards.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of company SOPs and ensure their implementation.
• Communicate relevant information effectively within the team and across departments.
• Support daily operations, including stepping in at service stations when required.
• Prepare staff duty schedules in compliance with labor regulations.
• Ensure the team is knowledgeable about the vessel's itinerary, docking locations, and shore excursions.
• Foster a positive, collaborative working environment across all departments, promoting open and respectful communication.
• Conduct regular briefings and meetings to ensure smooth information flow; participate in department meetings led by the Hotel Manager.
• Lead frequent training sessions with the team and train properly new team members.
• Evaluate performance of the team providing feedback and implementing performance-enhancing action plans when necessary.

• ETC.

Requirements:

• Age 18+ from EU and also all nationalities we work with
• Experience in Restaurant field
• Ship experience preferred
• No visible tattoos = no aggressive tattoos.
• For non-EU candidates, a German Visa D will be required.
• Safety certificates and US Visa are NOT needed.
• Knowledge of English language (B2 level).
• Able to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Comfortable working in multicultural environments.
• Highly organized, disciplined, and dependable.

Nationalities that we process:
Last updated: December 20, 2025
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