RIVER - Sous Chef (2024)

Sous Chef (2024)

River – Europe  

Viking was founded in 1997 and has grown to be the leading small ship travel company, offering destination-focused river, ocean and expedition voyages on all seven continents. Designed for experienced travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers guests The Thinking Person’s Cruise® in contrast to mainstream cruises.

With more than 250 awards to its name, the company currently operates a fleet of state-of-the-art ships that have received numerous accolades since their launch from industry experts and travelers alike. For the second year in a row, Viking was voted the #1 River Line and the #1 Ocean Line by Condé Nast Traveler in the publication’s 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards. Viking was also named #1 for both Rivers and Oceans by Travel + Leisure in the 2022 World’s Best Awards making it the only cruise line to reach the top of its categories in both publications in the same year.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Part of our Galley team on our River vessels, the Sous Chef ensures outstanding food quality, support budget goals, create guest-oriented culture to increase revenue and profitability in Viking Cruises.. The Sous Chef reports to Executive Chef.    

WHAT YOU WILL DO ON BOARD 

• Prepare and distribute daily meals for guests and crew 
• Ensure compliance with food safety and cleanliness standards 
• Assist with ordering food supplies within budget 
• Supervise, train, and motivate galley team 
• Conduct stock takes and inventory management 
• Support Executive Chef in departmental meetings and onboard training programs 

WHY JOIN VIKING?

Elevate Your Career
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

• 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

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

ABOUT YOU 

• Culinary school graduation required, hospitality degree preferred 
• Minimum of 3 years experience in upscale cruise or hotel industry, 1 year in similar position 
• Fluent in English with excellent oral communication skills 
• Maintains confidentiality and impeccable hygiene standards 
• Flexible, team player, guest-focused with a positive and professional demeanor.  

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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