As a market leader in the cruise industry, Carnival operate spectacular ships all over the world. Join our culinary team as a Culinary Specialist where you will work across our iconic brands Cunard and P&O. Based with within Carnival House office, your time will be split between Carnival House and the CUK Development Kitchen with substantial on board fleet travel.

Sitting within CUK’s Food and Beverage department, your primary objective will be to implement the culinary innovations in line with both brands. Supporting the development Chefs in culinary project actively you will develop menus and our dining experience. You will work with team’s shoreside and on board our ships to deliver exciting and innovative concepts. You will also be responsible for ensuring that implemented food concepts are being maintained on board at the required standard in ensuring that both plate presentations, recipes and service standards are adhered to by the on board teams.

About You

• Culinary professional.
• Knowledge and experience within the food/catering industry with some experience in menu development and concept implementation.
• Understanding of food hygiene and public health.
• Ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders and influence at various levels.
• Attention to detail with core planning and organisational skills.

About Us

This position has been leveled at CUK 9.

Carnival UK is the operating company for P&O Cruises & Cunard. We provide unforgettable holiday experiences and operate a winning culture to achieve standout success. 

For over 175 years, our iconic ships have been defining sophisticated ocean travel. Our Cunard ships have always been The Most Famous Ocean Liners in the World.  We continue our legacy of luxury ocean travel with our flagship Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth, with Queen Mary 2 providing the only regularly scheduled transatlantic service between Southampton and New York. 

P&O Cruises has a proud and long tradition, with seven ships including our flagship Britannia which joined our fleet in March 2015.  With the announcement of our new ship, due to join the fleet in 2020, we offer holidays tailored to British tastes combining genuine service, a sense of occasion and attention to detail, ensuring passengers have the holiday of a lifetime, every time. 

It takes great passion and real dedication to maintain our position at the top. That’s why extraordinary, passionate people are at the heart of our journey delivering the highest standards to our valued customers. With support to help you reach your potential, attractive company benefits and incredible employee offers on discounted cruises we want your career with us to be successful and fun.  Join us on our journey, apply now. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.