Provision Utility

Job Description

• To assist the Provision Master in all required tasks;
• To ensure that items requested do not exceed ships storage capacity and/or affect ships safety;
• To follow the cleaning procedures and maintenance of all store rooms and Provision areas;
• To distribute items to departments as ordered or instructed by supervisor;
• To follow USPH standards at all times;
• To organize and participate in loadings in conjunction with the Provision Master and according to company policies and USPH standards;
• To receive, issue and to spot check all Hotel related items in store;
• To conduct a full bonded inventory every month as per Policy;
  • To deal with any maintenance issues which may arise in the Provision area and to report and follow up on the work orders in a timely manner;
• Other responsibilities, as assigned, but not limited to the above.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) years’ experience in a hotel or one (1) years’ experience onboard a cruise ship in a similar position;
• Food and Beverage product knowledge is required;
• Must be fluent in spoken English;
• Must have excellent organizational skills and show attention to detail;
• Must possess excellent leadership skills and the ability to interact with all levels of personnel;
• Must be able to communicate and implement corrective action steps in an effective, yet diplomatic fashion;
• Must be able to remain calm under pressure;
• Needs to have an outgoing personality and has to possess a positive attitude, maintaining a friendly and approachable demeanour at all times.

Additional Information

Financial Responsibilities

• To ensure we receive items according to specification;
• To monitor and control all Hotel Stores inventories;
• To ensure that Company property is maintained properly and treated with respect at all times.

Safety Responsibilities

• To ensure that the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment in the Provision work areas is implemented at all times;
• To ensure that hazardous materials are properly received, stored, handled and distributed;
• To ensure that Safe Lifting Techniques are practiced at all times in the Provision Department;
• To be familiar with Ship´s Emergency plans;
• To be familiar with Safe Working Practices.

Emergency Duties

• To follow instructions on Safety Card.
• To participate in Guest/Crew Lifeboat Drills as per instructions.
• Other safety responsibilities, as assigned, but not limited to the above.

Team Communication and Meetings

• To attend meetings with the Provision Master on a regular basis.