Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Please read and complete the following items on the checklist by placing your initials in the column that represents your response. Once you have completed the checklist, please sign and
return it to your Hiring Partner before departing from your home. You must also bring a copy onboard your ship.
9 I understand that I will be paid twice a month in US cash or by a crew payroll card.
I am aware that there is a 90 day probationary period onboard the ship regarding my job performance and that I should receive a performance evaluation
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at the end of my probationary period.
11 I have read and understood the Company's Dress Code pertaining to uniforms, footwear, name badges, jewelry and eyewear.
12 I have had a chance to review the Collective Bargaining Agreement electronically and can request a written copy when onboard from the HR Manager.
I understand that I need to advise if I am married to an active Crew Member onboard any of the RCL brands (AZA, CCI, PUL, RCI, TUI), that I must advise
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my Hiring Partner or Recruiter now, to be considered and assigned to the same ship, if possible.
I understand that the Company requires that I must complete one full contract, before I am eligible to apply for a transfer or promotion to any other position
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or department.
15 I understand that once hired for a specific brand, I cannot transfer between brands.
I understand that any transfer to another ship will be evaluated for approval by the Management of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., and will be based on
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either a business need or exceptional personal circumstances.
17 I understand that I may work for several consecutive contracts on the same ship, but may be assigned to a different ship based on business needs.
# Statement Agree Disagree
MEDICAL
I have in my possession a valid medical certificate from a certified physician in an authorized clinic by the company or by "PEME", including all lab test
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results, stating that I am "Fit for Duty". (Please ensure original is in your possession when joining vessel.)
19 All my questions have been answered by my Hiring Partner or RCL Representative to my satisfaction regarding my medical.
# Statement Agree Disagree
20 I have obtained all valid documents including a C1/D or Schengen visa, valid for at least one month past the expected sign off date and my passport is
valid for at least six (6) months past the expected sign off date.
The Company's Airline Ticket policy for joining the ship and returning home at the end of my contract, has been explained to me by the Hiring Partner or
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the Royal Caribbean Representative.
22 I understand that there are certain personal items that I will need to bring with me and I have had the opportunity to clarify any questions.
23 I understand that my permanent repatriation airport (Gateway City) will be: ______________________________.
24 All my questions have been answered by my Hiring Partner or RCL Representative to my satisfaction regarding travel.
TRAVEL
My Hiring Partner or RCL Representative has provided me with my username and password to RCLCrewTravel.com where I have successfully viewed:
a. ___ name of my assigned ship
b. ___ Crew Assist contact number and email address (877-414-CREW or 305-982-CREW / crewassist@rccl.com)
25 c. ___ name and address of the hotel (if applicable)
d. ___ instructions on how I will get to the hotel (if applicable)
e. ___ instructions on how to get to my assigned ship
f. ___ information on where the ship is docked
FOR TIPPED POSITIONS (CAT C) ONLY: I have been advised and understand that the cost of the Travel Package is $________US. I understand this a
26 voluntary program, but if I do not particpate I will not be eligible for company arranged discounts and other services. This benefit includes a hotel room,
one meal voucher for dinner and in most hotels breakfast, plus transfers from the airport to hotel and from hotel to the pier to join the ship.
# Statement Agree Disagree
My Hiring Partner/RCL Representative has advised me that I do not need to pay a commission or any fees for submitting an application, processing or
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placement with Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.¹
28 All my questions have been answered by my Hiring Partner or RCL Representative to my satisfaction regarding additional services and fees.
I have been advised and understand that there may be a cost for certain non-logo uniform items and that it is my responsibility to cover the initial cost and
29 for any replacements. For my convenience, the company has set up a payment plan once I am onboard, providing me with ninety (90) days to pay the
balance in full.
FEES
I have obtained a full receipt for any additional services for which my Hiring Partner has charged me. I need to keep this receipt for any claims or
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reimbursement, when eligible.
I understand that I do not have to use the Hiring Partner's additional services, including assistance with obtaining the joining airline ticket, and if I do
31 choose to use their services, this is of my own free will. (Some examples of additional services are: language training, resume writing,
restaurant/server/bar training, etc.)
I have not been charged any fees or other charges, in whole or in part, for employment other than: the cost of obtaining a national statutory medical
32 certificate, the national seafarer's book, a passport or other similar personal travel documents, any training required for my position - i.e., licenses,
certificates, education, etc. (Visa cost is covered by the company.)
# Statement Agree Disagree
I have been advised to access the Learning Made Simple "LMS" online training. I have been given my Unique Employee ID#, and it is my responsibility to
LMS
I am aware that I must present all original certificates & licenses required for my position when joining the ship. I understand that if I fail to present originals
35 required I may be denied boarding and will be responsible for repatriation costs.
¹ If you suspect or know you are being asked to pay or offer a bribe for or on behalf of RCL, you must report it to RCL.
Global Compliance and Ethics: ethics@rccl.com / Anonymously at RCL's AWARE Hotline: rclaware@tnwinc.com, 1-888-81AWARE (29273), or www.reportlineweb.com/aware
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