River - Bar Chef 2024

Bar Chef 

River – Europe 

ROLE OVERVIEW 

Part of our Food & Beverage team on our River vessels, the Bar Chef ensuring a friendly and professional service at the bar, lounge and the sundeck to the fullest satisfaction of our guests and in accordance with Viking Standards and Operating Procedures. The Bar Chef reports to Maître D’Hotel. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO ON BOARD 

• Supervising and supporting a professional welcoming and guest-oriented service in the bar 
• Operating bar procedures according to company SOP standards and preparing/serving drinks in accordance with company standards 
• Organizing, managing, motivating, and training the bar team, establishing weekly stock orders, and monitoring daily consumption reports 
• Organizing and executing F&B related ship functions and special events, and preparing and setting up Café Lunch in the lounge in cooperation with the Executive Chef and Maître D’Hotel 
• Ensuring the highest level of cleanliness within the bar, pantry, lounge, and sundeck in accordance with HACCP standards 
• Ability to effectively deal with internal & external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact, and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information, and resolve conflicts, including correct use of wait order system (WOS) on the MXP as per company instructions. 

WHY JOIN VIKING?\u202F 

Elevate Your Career\u202F 

• Regardless of where you are on your career journey, Viking can help you in reaching new destinations with:\u202F 
• Paid training program in skills and approach to premium hospitality services\u202F 
• On-the-job coaching to help you advance rapidly\u202F\u202F 
• A lifelong network of hospitality professionals from many different countries\u202F 
• Internal transfer opportunities to River, Ocean and Expedition ships\u202F 

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On board our ship\u202F 

• Lodging, meals, unlimited Wi-Fi, uniforms, and laundry are free of charge for all crew members\u202F 
• Crew cabins with only 2 berths (you will have one roommate).\u202F 
• Travel to/from the ship provided by Viking\u202F 
• Dedicated crew areas and activities\u202F 
• Sundeck area for crew use\u202F\u202F 

Employee benefits\u202F 

• Paid vacation\u202F 
• Referral program\u202F 
• Loyalty bonuses\u202F 
• No immediate tax deduction – potential for tax-free salary, depending on nationality\u202F 

ABOUT YOU 

• High school diploma required, and a degree with a hospitality focus is an advantage 
• Minimum of 2 years previous experience required in an upscale cruise line or hotel of comparable size in a similar position in the scope of the bar operation 
• Fluent in English with excellent oral communication skills 
• Must maintain impeccable hygiene standards, be well-groomed, and be able to extensively walk and stand on feet for a long time 
• Guest-focused, service-oriented, positive personality, and professional appearance, with a flexible, stress-resistant, team player attitude, and shows commitment. 

ABOUT VIKING 

Founded in 1997, Viking is the world’s #1 small ship travel company - with a growing fleet of more than 80 river ships and seven ocean vessels sail over 100 itineraries around the world. In 2022, Viking expanded its award-winning fleet with two expedition ships built specifically to explore the world's most remote destinations, as well as a new Mississippi River ship. 

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.\u202FVisible 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.\u202F For further information, please\u202Fcontact our recruiting team. 

 
DISCLAIMER 
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