1st Contract (June 2012 – November 2012)

June 2012 Embark the Quest for Adventure

223 Hours worked in total for the month

Experience gained in : Crew Office, Reception, Shorex,

Cruise Department, Housekeeping, Public Rooms,

Restaurant, Provisions, Galley and the Pursers Office.

Lawrence was able to spend a few days within each of these

departments where he decided that the right path for him

was Food and Beverage.

July 2012Quest for Adventure

274.5 Hours worked

Experience gained in : Lawrence continued to work in the

Pursers Office for a week and then worked in the galley for the

remaining month where he rotated around the kitchen to gain

basic experience in all areas. He was able to work in the cold

pantry, butchery, fishmonger, roast, veg, potatoes, hot appetiser,

dish washer, pot wash, soup, sauces, pastry, bakery and the

verandah.

August 2012Quest for Adventure

210 Hours worked

Experience gained in : Mainly Food and Beverage again

however Lawrence was required to work with the bar staff on

board and in the Provisions Department. Mid way through the

month he disembarked the Quest for Adventure and joined the

Saga Sapphire for a week where he also worked in the

Provisions Department.

September 2012Head Office and Saga Sapphire

108 Hours worked

Experience gained in : Lawrence spent some time in head office

and then was able to go home for a period of time before embarking

the Saga Sapphire's Crew Office.

October 2012 Saga Sapphire

279 Hours worked

Experience gained in : The galley, filming and the dining room.

Lawrence worked every single day throughout October and this

shows his commitment to pursuing a career in this industry

November 2012Saga Sapphire

49 Hours worked

Experience gained in : Lawrence spent the majority of his time on

the reception desks where he was able to really connect with the

guests.

To be continued…