Viking was founded in 1997 and has grown to be the leading small ship travel company, offering destination-focused river, ocean and expedition voyages on all seven continents. Designed for experienced travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers guests The Thinking Person’s Cruise® in contrast to mainstream cruises.
With more than 250 awards to its name, the company currently operates a fleet of state-of-the-art ships that have received numerous accolades since their launch from industry experts and travelers alike. For the second year in a row, Viking was voted the #1 River Line and the #1 Ocean Line by Condé Nast Traveler in the publication’s 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards. Viking was also named #1 for both Rivers and Oceans by Travel + Leisure in the 2022 World’s Best Awards making it the only cruise line to reach the top of its categories in both publications in the same year.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS AND AT WILL EMPLOYMENT:

U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (green card) to work onboard the ship, as required by federal regulations
Ability to satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for marijuana and other controlled substances. We are a drug-free and alcohol-free workplace.
Viking Cruises is an At-Will Employer. As such your, employment with Viking is a voluntary one and is subject to termination with or without cause or notice, at any time by you or Viking. Nothing in this document or in any oral or written statement shall be interpreted to conflict with or limit the right to terminate employment at-will

ROLE OVERVIEW

As part of our Mississippi Food and Beverage team, your job is to be the face of Viking in the refined dining and culinary experience we deliver to our guests onboard. You will report to the Assistant Restaurant Manager in our onboard Restaurant, River Café and Room Service.

WHAT YOU’LL DO ON BOARD

Welcome and seat guests, providing them a warm, friendly experience
Control and manage mise en place: setting tables, checking stock, cleaning and polishing equipment, in line with Viking’s service standards
Become expert in Viking’s FandB menus, presenting guests, suggesting dishes, wine selections, answering questions, with appropriate terminology and pronunciation
Relay orders to the Galley and beverage areas, then serve food promptly
Manage and organize your service station, supervising 2 to 4 Assistant Waiters
Follow and diligently implement Viking STAR standards, safety and standard operating procedures, while complying with Public Health Regulations.
Prepare and perform additional FandB activities (i.e. cocktail parties and Teatime) and special events, as assigned.
Willing and able to work 10-12 weeks straight on the ship followed by 3 weeks vacation. (Schedule and rotation may flucuate depending on occupancey and staffing needs)