Cast-A-Way is an international recruitment agency specialized in the cruise and hospitality industries.
Since 1998, Cast-A-Way has connected qualified candidates with career opportunities onboard cruise ships and within the hospitality sector, supporting both candidates and employers throughout the recruitment process.
With an international presence and extensive industry experience, Cast-A-Way recruits for a wide range of departments, including Culinary, Restaurant Services, Bar, Housekeeping & Laundry, Hotel Services, Casino, Marine & Technical, Entertainment & Activities, Sales, and Medical & Wellness.
Our mission is to connect top talent with top employers while providing candidates with clear guidance, professional support, and access to international career opportunities.
Cast-A-Way also develops educational initiatives through Cast-A-Way Academy, helping hospitality professionals strengthen their skills and prepare for international careers.
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No. Cast-A-Way does not charge any application, recruitment, or placement fees in compliance with (MLC) International Maritime Law. Some optional services may be offered occasionally with a small fee that will be advised to you before you decide to use that service.
The process can vary from 4 weeks to 1 year, depending on many variables.
A recruiter will only contact you if the position you applied for is open at the time of the application, If your professional experience matches the requirements expected by the cruise lines or concessions. If the position you qualify for is closed, you will only be contacted once the cruise line asks for crew with those skills.
A recruiter will only contact you if you qualify for any open position. You may only be notified if you meet the requirements of any position onboard.
You will only be contacted if you meet the client’s criteria for each position. If you have significant experience in a field but are willing to change departments, you may not qualify for the new position you want to start. It’s simply because there is very little time for training onboard, it’s fast-paced, and all crew members must have some recent experience related to the job they are applying for.
Some positions may also require specific certifications. You may or may not be given time to obtain them.
There are NO positions onboard that do not require minimum experience as there is very little time for “on the job training”. Therefore, all applicants must have minimum of 6-12 months of experience based on the cruise lines expectations, and in the same position that you are applying for.
For most positions, it’s not mandatory to have previously worked onboard; however, candidates with C1/D Visa or prior ship experience who present a good ship’s appraisal (evaluation) will be given priority in the recruitment process.
In some countries, the Maritime Authorities require the owner of a recruitment agency to be of that same nationality and hold a local office in that country. For that reason, under no circumstances we are not allowed to recruit candidates from India, China or the Philippines.
If you choose to apply to us via the APPLY NOW located in the menu on our website, and if we have any other opportunities that may arise in the future that include those nationalities, we will be happy to email you. That could include (but not limited to) working on islands, for resorts in the GCC area, for hotels in Europe.
The amount of notice you may get can vary. Positions are always coming up, some sooner than others. Emergency positions may only leave you with a few days’ notice, so be prepared. We will always try to give the crewmember as much notice as possible and liaise between you (crewmember, newhire) and your employer.
If you have a commitment already scheduled, we highly recommend that you mention that very early in the process so we can ensure to have it in writing and be able to negotiate for you to start at a later date, after your commitment. Examples: weddings, court dates, family members’ surgery, pre-paid family vacation, and resignation notice at work based on your country’s labor laws.
For most employers, there is a maximum amount of time from your job offer for you to board. ONCE you get the news that you got the job, get ready as soon as possible. Your recruiter will guide you through the process. Ensure to check your emails and phone daily, and also check your junk inbox.
Sometimes the employers may contact you directly, we ask that you forward any communication to us before replying, and that you keep in close contact with your recruiter, who will help you until you get onboard.
