MSC Cruises Culinary Training – Durban, Capetown
🌊 Set Sail with MSC Cruises – Onboard Training Opportunities for 2024
📌 Listing Reference: MSC-Onboard-Training-2024
📍 Location: Cape Town & Durban Training Centres
📅 Closing Date: Ongoing (Apply Early – Limited Seats Available)
💼 Contract Type: Temporary (Training Phase) → Full-time Onboard Employment
💰 Remuneration: Free training (Excludes travel and accommodation)
🔓 EE Status: Open to All – Inclusive of Persons with Disabilities
✨ Launch Your Career at Sea
Ever dreamed of working while exploring the world? MSC Cruises invites passionate individuals to apply for their FREE Onboard Training Programmes, designed to kickstart international careers in Cruise Hospitality & Culinary Services.
Whether you want to master the art of fine dining, become a cruise line chef, or serve guests from all over the globe, this training is your passport to a life-changing opportunity.
🛠️ What You’ll Learn – Program Highlights
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✔️ Free industry-recognized training (no fees!)
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🍽️ Daily meals provided during training
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🎓 Hands-on skills in Culinary Arts, Housekeeping, Dining, and Bar Services
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👨🏫 Courses led by industry experts in real-world simulated environments
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📍 Training Centres:
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Cape Town: Culinary roles
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Durban: Bar, Dining & Housekeeping roles
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Note: Candidates are responsible for transport and accommodation during training.
👤 Who Should Apply?
Minimum Requirements:
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South African citizen with a valid SA ID
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18 years or older
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Proficient in English (spoken & written)
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Interested in hospitality, culinary, or customer service
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Physically fit for onboard duties
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Willing to work shifts, long hours, and in diverse environments
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Clean criminal record & no visible tattoos
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No travel restrictions (must qualify for international placement)
🛳️ Post-Training Roles Onboard
Culinary Department:
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Baker
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Butcher
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Chocolatier
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Commis Chef
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Demi Chef de Partie (DCDP)
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Pastry Chef
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Pizza Maker
Dining & Hospitality Departments:
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Dining Room Waiters
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Bar Waiters & Bartenders
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Restaurant Assistants
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Housekeeping Attendants
🎯 Your Responsibilities (Post-Training)
In Bar & Dining Services:
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Serve food & drinks to international guests
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Maintain high service standards
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Set up and clear dining areas
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Ensure guest satisfaction with professionalism
In Housekeeping:
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Maintain cleanliness in cabins and public spaces
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Replace linens and supplies
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Uphold hygiene and presentation standards
In Culinary Roles:
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Assist in preparing meals according to cruise menus
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Follow safety & hygiene procedures
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Operate under pressure in fast-paced kitchen settings
🌟 Skills You’ll Gain
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World-class customer service
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Multitasking in dynamic environments
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Time management & attention to detail
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Teamwork in multicultural teams
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Cruise industry protocols & hospitality operations
🌐 Why Choose MSC Cruises?
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FREE job-specific training
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International career exposure
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Realistic simulations of onboard life
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Career progression across departments
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Travel and earn in a global work environment
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Certificate of Completion for onboard eligibility
🚀 Ready to Set Sail? Here’s How to Apply:
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Visit the official MSC Cruises Careers Portal
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Choose your preferred department & role
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Submit your updated CV and documents
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Attend an interview (if shortlisted)
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Begin your training journey toward an onboard career
💬 “With MSC Cruises, you don’t just train – you transform. Gain world-class skills, join global teams, and make the ocean your office.”