Trainee Cook

River – Europe 

 

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.

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ROLE OVERVIEW 

 

Part of our Galley team on our River vessels, the Trainee Cook will be learning more about the position and what it is like to work onboard one of our river ships. Training program can be completed in 2-5 weeks. Upon completion, Viking will consider you for the position for which you were trained. The Trainee Cook reports to Functional Trainer.    

 

WHAT YOU WILL DO ON BOARD 

Learn various cooking techniques  Learn how to follow and help to design recipes Learn how to prepare meals  Learn HACCP standards   Learn how to use various kitchen appliances such as grill, fryers, baking ovens and etc.  Learn various European cuisines  Attend practical and theoretical assignments Complete assignments online and in class  

 

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  Dedicated crew areas and activities  Sundeck area for crew use   

Employee benefits  

Paid vacation  Referral program  Loyalty bonuses  No immediate tax deduction – potential for tax-free salary, depending on nationality  

 

 

ABOUT YOU 

English knowledge (A2) An open-minded, passionate personality Eager to learn Able to deal with physical workload Able to deal with a high level of stress Preferably has worked as Utility and/or understands the kitchen 

 

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 
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