Casaro (Cheese Maker)

Shipside

Career

Ready to take the next step in your career

and craft fresh dairy excellence onboard?

What You Will Do

You will coordinate and organize the daily preparation of all fresh dairy products in your assigned area, in line with the daily menu, while supporting the galley team to a high-quality standard.

• Prepare and mix ingredients, including portioning, chopping and storing food, so products are always ready for recipe preparation

• Prepare all fresh dairy products daily and, when needed, support food preparation, ensuring everything is composed, displayed and served to recipe and temperature standards

• Check that loadings from the provision area match the requisition form, reporting promptly to ensure the correct requisition

• Keep your assigned area tidy, clean and sanitized, storing utensils properly in line with HACCP standards

• Guarantee the safe use of equipment and machinery, reporting any maintenance need, unsafe condition or injury for a fast and effective solution

• Take part in daily meetings and actively contribute to a safe, positive working environment and a strong safety culture

Who You Are

You bring solid kitchen experience and a genuine passion for fresh dairy production, thriving in a fast-paced, multicultural environment where precision and teamwork make the difference.

Required

• Upper secondary school diploma, preferably in Hospitality

• At least 2 years of experience in a hotel in the same position, or 1 year of Culinary Master

• Knowledge of food safety regulations and HACCP certification

• Basic command of the English language (minimum A2 level)

• Knowledge of galley functioning, of products and of quantities according to recipes, with strong attention to detail and team spirit

Nice to Have

• Experience with fresh, handmade dairy and cheese production

• Experience in multicultural or international environments

What We Offer

Your life onboard

• International experience combining travel, personal development, and independence

• Travel & logistics: transport covered (flights/trains) for embarkation, disembarkation, and transfers

• Meals & consumption: Free daily buffet meals (breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner)

• Discounts on onboard restaurants and bars (with possible daily credit)

• Accommodation & services: assigned cabin (single or double) with bathroom

• Cabin cleaning + free laundry service (crew laundrette and uniforms)

• Package delivery service

• Connectivity & tools: Free internet (250 MB/month) + free WhatsApp text

• Discounts on shops, products, hairdresser, and SPA

• Wellbeing & health: Free medical assistance onboard and ashore

• Welfare and wellbeing programs (sports, events, monthly activities)

• Leisure time: Access to gym, lounge, bar, pool, and solarium for crew

• Crew excursions + discounts on guest tours

• Family & friends: Opportunity to host family/friends (min. 30 days/year after 4 months)

Discover Your Benefits

What We Offer

Your Growth

• Structured onboarding + welcome kit

• Mentorship program with a dedicated mentor

• Clear career path within your department

• Learning Officer for skills development and continuous improvement

• Development model to identify and promote talented individuals

Explore Your Potential

Why Costa

Our community brings together individuals from different parts of the world, fostering connections and collaboration across cultures, enriched by different perspectives and experiences. We are here to bring happiness and provide unforgettable memories and experiences to our guests.

Costa belongs to the Carnival Corporation, the largest cruise company in the world. We are the only Italian cruise company flying the Italian flag, sailing the world’s seas for more than 75 years, offering our guests a unique experience on board and on land.

We are united by a shared passion: to drive success and live their ambition. Whether on board or shoreside, we bring energy, creativity, and a spirit of adventure to everything they do.

Additional Info

Your Contract

Fixed-term, full-time

Location

On Board

Application deadline

15/09/2026

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Time required to submit the application

Approximately 3 minutes

CV Format

PDF, Word or Image format in English or Italian (max 1.5 MB)

E-mail/contact of the recruiting team

(Not for submitting applications) getonboard@costa.it

Further information

Visit our dedicated section Shipside FAQs – Costa Crociere Careers

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