Is Carnival a good employer?

Is Carnival a good company to work for? Carnival has an overall rating of 3.9 out of 5, based on over 1,468 reviews left anonymously by employees. 77% of employees would recommend working at Carnival to a friend and 71% have a positive outlook for the business. This rating has decreased by -2% over the last 12 months.



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No, it is not hard to get a job at Carnival. To get a job at Carnival you apply online via the Carnival career page. Most positions at the company involve one to two interviews during the hiring process, and some positions may require you to complete one to two assessments.

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Cruise ship crew life can be intense: long hours, no days off for months, lots of rules, demanding guests, small living quarters and little to no privacy. But working on ships also allows you to travel to places some only dream of while making some amazing connections with fellow seafarers from all over the world.

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Employee Benefits
  • Healthcare*
  • Paid Time Off.
  • 401(k)
  • Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Maternity and Paternity Leave.
  • Adoption Assistance.
  • Active Duty Military Benefits.
  • Cruise Benefits.


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Upon successful completion of their training, crew members are offered a contract, typically ranging from two to nine months.

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FAQ on Cruise Staff Salary A cruise ship crew member for Carnival, Royal Caribbean, or Norwegian Cruise Line can earn an annual average between $16,000 to $20,000. For leadership staff onboard cruise ships, the annual salary can be much higher from $30,000 to $100,000.

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A majority of cruise ship lines offer their employees free food throughout the duration of their contracts. There's typically a special kitchen on the boat that prepares food for staff members. Employees may eat in separate dining areas, depending on their classifications.

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Staff members often expect to work around 12 hours a day, seven days a week. Some employees may work early in the morning, like those who prepare food, while others work late into the night, like bartenders and entertainers.

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After each contract you will receive approximately 60 days of vacation before your next assignment. Your daily work schedule while onboard will depend on your particular position, but you can expect to work seven days a week and anywhere between 10-13 hours per day.

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After the interview stage, the HR team will review your performance and other necessary details. This process can take anywhere from a few days to a week. If you are successful in impressing the hiring team, you will receive an offer letter.

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There are no holiday entitlements, but crew members can choose when they take the six- to eight-week break that automatically comes with longer contracts.

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We source our shipboard Officers primarily from Germany, Holland, Italy, Norway, and the U.K. People from around the world comprise the remaining crew positions. We utilize various staffing agencies in many countries and regions to help source our shipboard crew.

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