Viking was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused voyages on oceans, rivers and lakes around the world. Designed for experienced travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences for The Thinking Person®.

Viking has more than 250 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler and voted at the top of its categories by Travel + Leisure. No other cruise line has ever received these same honors by both publications at the same time.

 

ROLE OVERVIEW

Part of our Galley team on our Ocean vessels, the Assistant Cook prepares delicious meals for our Guests and Crew, according to the various recipesas set out by the Executive Chef.The Assistant Cook reports to Cook, Assistant Chef de Partie, Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef

 

WHAT YOU WILL DO ON BOARD

Prepare basic food items as per recipes and instructions received from the relevant Supervisor.Ensure that the allocated station is well kept and maintain impeccable standards of cleanliness, as per Viking’s STAR Service Standards.Ensure economical work practices and control food production to minimize and/or avoid wastage.Ensure that food preparations/storage are in line with all Public Health Policies and Company Regulations and enforce & maintain “clean as you go” work habits.Separate & remove garbage and place it in designated containers; clean garbage as often as needed, ensuring those separation procedures and all Public Health Standards are maintained.Ensure mise-en-place for all areas of responsibility are prepared 15 minutes prior to service.

WHY JOIN VIKING? 

Elevate Your Career 
Regardless of where you are on your career journey, Viking can help you in reaching new destinations with: 

Paid training program in skills and approach to premium hospitality services On-the-job coaching to help you advance rapidly  A lifelong network of hospitality professionals from many different countries Internal transfer opportunities to River, Ocean and Expedition ships 
 

On board our ship 

Lodging, meals, unlimited Wi-Fi, uniforms, and laundry are free of charge for all crew members Crew cabins with only 2 berths (you will have one roommate). Travel to/from the ship provided by Viking Crew-only deck, dedicated recreational spaces and activities Access to use the guest fitness center during certain hours 

Employee benefits 

Referral program Loyalty bonuses Tax-free salary

YOUR PROFILE

Shipboard experience or premium hospitality experience, at least 6 months / 1 contract in the same role, basic culinary & knife handling skills are required.Fluent in English - must have excellent English communication skills to clearly interpret and orate documents, such as menus and recipes.Flexible, stress resistant, committed team player and exceptional work ethic is required.Guest-focused, service-oriented, positive personality, professional appearance, and impeccable hygiene standards, as well as an eagerness to learn and fully comply with all Public Health and Sanitary Policies are required.Must be at least twenty-one (21) years old, able to lift up to 50 lbs. (30 Kilos) on a daily basis and be able to work a minimum of eleven hours per day, seven days a week.

APPLICATION AND JOB RELEVANT INFORMATION
Our roles will be subject to our appearance standards (including in relation to visible tattoos) and employees are expected to project a professional image at all times. Visible tattoos are not permitted. Tattoos concealed with make-up, skin-colored sleeves or any covering other than the company uniform will still be considered visible for the purposes of our appearance standards. Exemptions to this may be considered on a case-by-case basis where appropriate. Tattoo removal may not result in successful employment and therefore is not encouraged and is the candidate’s personal decision. Furthermore, any offer of employment is subject to you passing all mandatory medical examinations as required by the company.  For further information, please contact our recruiting team.

DISCLAIMER
As part of any recruitment process, Viking collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use that data and to meeting our data protection obligations. If you would like to find out more about how your information will be used, please view the privacy notice on our careers page.