Bar Waiter
- Reference:
- 626
- Recruiter:
- Viking
- Category:
- Galley Jobs
- Published:
- October 3, 2019
Vessel type: River cruise ship
Job Description
BAR WAITER
Purpose of Position
You ensure a friendly and professional beverage service in the bar, lounge and on the sundeck to the fullest satisfaction of our guests and in accordance with Viking River Cruises Standards.
Your Responsibilities
- Professional, welcoming and sales orientated Food & Beverage service
- Assignment in restaurant (station of approx. 25 to 30 guests) and bar (including coffee station and sundeck)
- Serving drinks in accordance with company standards
- Assistance in preparing cocktails in accordance with the company standards
- Restaurant and bar setup following instructions from supervisor
- Preparation and operation of Food & Beverage activities (cocktail parties, Tea Time, Café Lunch) and special events
- Correct handling of all products, materials and equipment (glasses, cutleries and crockeries etc.)
- Tallying of sales transactions
- Cleaning of service working areas in accordance with HACCP rules
- 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
- Correct storage of stock; establishing of par levels
- Active participation in onboard training programs
- Luggage duty on embarkation and disembarkation day
- Participation in loadings
Supervisor: Bar Chef, Maître D’Hotel / Food & Beverage Manager
Receives instructions from: Bar Chef, Maître D’Hotel / Food & Beverage Manager, Hotel Manager, Corporate Operation Manager
Your Profile
- Min. 2 years professional experience in 4 or 5*bar operation
- Good beverage knowledge (wines, cocktails etc.)
- International experience / experience on a ship is an asset
- Excellent English skills, other languages are an asset
- Ability to work independently, service-oriented and guest focused
- Flexibility and stress resistance, team player, commitment
- Positive personality, neat appearance
Guidelines and Regulations
Job Description • Contract • Company Rules and Regulations • Onboard ABC •
Viking College • Uniform Regulation • F&B 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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