Sous Chef
- Reference:
- 612
- Recruiter:
- Viking
- Category:
- Galley Jobs
- Position:
- Sous Chef
- Published:
- October 29, 2019
Vesse type: River cruise ship
Job Description
SOUS CHEF
Purpose of Position
You prepare meals to the fullest satisfaction of our guests and support the Executive Chef within the set budget and in accordance with Viking River Cruises Standards.
Your Responsibilities
- Professional preparation and distribution of daily meals (including breakfast, lunch, Tea Time, dinner, etc.) for crew and guests in accordance with Executive Chef Manual and menu cycle
- Replacement of Executive Chef in absence
- Assistance in supervising, training and motivating of galley team
- Ordering of stock in cooperation with Executive Chef
- Ensuring perfect order and cleanliness in accordance with HACCP rules
- Cost control for galley within the budget in cooperation with Executive Chef
- Separation and disposal of waste / garbage
- Ensuring correct handling of all equipment and products
- Conduction of stock takes; inventory according to company procedures
- Preparation of opening and closing ships at start and end of season
- Assistance in other departments upon instruction from supervisors (if required)
- Performance according to company standards and HACCP rules
- Participation in loadings
- Correct storage of stock; establishing of par levels
- Active participation in onboard training programs
Supervisor: Executive Chef
Gives instructions to: Utility, Commis de Cuisine, Chef de Partie
Receives instructions from: Executive Chef, Hotel Manager, Corporate Executive Chef, Corporate Operation Manager
YOUR PROFILE
- Graduated apprenticeship as cook
- Min. 3 years professional experience in all areas of a 4 or 5 star operation
- 1 year experience in same or similar position
- International experience /experience on a ship is an asset
- Good English skills, other languages are an asset
- Service oriented and guest focused
- Ability to work independently
- Professional knowledge in all parts of the kitchen
- Flexibility and stress resistance, team player, commitment, positive personality
- nd well groomed appearance
- Preferred age between 24 and 40 year
Guidelines and Regulations
Job Description • Contract • Company Rules and Regulations • Onboard ABC • Viking College • Uniform Regulation • Executive Chef Manual
Language Requirements
Good knowledge of the English language is required.
Viking
THE VIKING STORY
More than 20 years ago, Viking® set the standard for what river cruising should be, and today we are the leader that all others follow. In 2015, we took the same small ship, destination-focused experience to the seas and reinvented ocean cruising. Over the years Viking has won numerous ocean and river cruise line awards from Condé Nast Traveler, Cruise Critic, Travel + Leisure, Travel Weekly and more.
Viking is a strong and dynamic company—with a growing fleet of more than 80 river ships and seven ocean vessels cruising over 100 itineraries around the world.
JOIN THE VIKING FAMILY
If you have always dreamed of combining your love of travel with the ability to grow your career, consider a position at Viking. We are the world’s leading small ship cruise line, and there is tremendous potential to advance your career with us. As part of our crew, when your ship is docked at the many destinations we visit, you can explore ashore and refresh during your free time.
Additionally, with Viking’s award-winning service and thoughtfully curated onboard experiences, our guests are typically very satisfied. This, combined with Viking’s gratuity guidelines, means that you can expect to be well rewarded as an employee on board a Viking ship.
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