Kamaxi Overseas Consultants

  Getting hired for your first cruise ship job can be daunting, considering thousands from all over the world are applying for the same or similar position. Many cruise ship companies prefer to hand over the responsibility of short-listing candidates to well-known recruitment agencies such as Kamaxi Overseas Consultancy. This works well for the cruise ship company as well as candidates since selected individuals will receive assistance all the way until they land on the vessel. So here’s what the…

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Statistics indicate that North America accounts for most of the world’s cruise ship passengers. Many itineraries start from ports in the US and cruise ship crews often begin and end their contracts in US ports. It is therefore imperative for all joining a vessel to have a valid US visa, which can be daunting for a first-time cruise ship job holder. We’re here with basic information to make this process smoother and less stressful.   VISA TYPE Crew members have…

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Private dining may have been the bastion of the incredibly rich and famous, but a certain virus changed all of that. Since 2020, restaurateurs and other hospitality ventures have seen the benefits of offering this experience to the masses. While it certainly isn’t cheap, it’s no longer out of reach. Private dining brings fine-dining chefs and restaurants home for service. It could also mean highly individualized menus at a private space in a restaurant or other venue, generally for a…

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In the hospitality industry, resumes never go out of fashion. Ensuring your master file is up-to-date at all times makes applying for new jobs easier and quicker. Recruitment firms such as Kamaxi Overseas Consultants are always on the lookout for skilled candidates to place in reputed companies. Recruitment managers go through dozens of resumes a day, and many simply skim over to find what they’re looking for. It makes sense, therefore, to highlight these things so in the 6-7 seconds…

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Although revenues for cruise ship companies haven’t floated back to pre-pandemic levels, things are still looking up. Last year saw a 96 per cent year on year increase in recovery rates, which is excellent news for recruiters and ship employees alike. According to Cruise Market Watch, 323 ships sailed into 2022 but there are likely to be 25 new vessels added this year. So far, seven of these were delivered in 2021 and are debuting this year.  Among the first…

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The pandemic might seem to be on wane, but it has burnt many fingers in the industry and cruise ship companies are taking no chances. COVID-19 certainly upset the apple cart and cruise ship chefs will be looking at tweaks to their SOPs in the new era of contactless dining. So what could this look like?   Decreased menu size Instead of the incredible variety of dishes that almost became synonymous with cruising, menus are likely to stay curated and…

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Cruise ship employees from India often have to make a long journey to their vessels on the other side of the world. This typically includes long-haul flights, extended layovers and sometimes emergency landings.  Some new recruits may have never flown before. Others may suffer minor jitters or aerophobia which can make it difficult for them to reach their cruise ships without fear or stress. Enjoying the last few hours of alone time can help before cruise ship life takes over….

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Since the beginning of 2020, loyal cruise-goers have been denied their indulgences and getaways. Two years on, they are hungry and raring to go. The industry has seen a massive surge in bookings – Oceania’s world cruise for 2023 sold out in just a day. So what can the industry look forward to in the coming months, and maybe even years? INDUSTRY TRENDS Vaccine passports More cruise ships are mandating vaccines for some or all passengers, including children. Since requirements…

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