MISSISSIPPI - Executive Chef

About Viking\u00A0

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 Torsten Hagen often says Viking offers experience for The Thinking Person\u00AE.\u00A0

Viking has more than 250 awards to its name, including being rates #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans, and #1 for Expeditions by Cond\u00E9 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.\u00A0

Why join Viking?\u00A0

• \u00A0 \u00A0 Elevate your career regardless of where you are on your journey. Viking can help you in reaching new destinations with:\u202F\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Paid training program in skills and approach to premium hospitality services\u202F\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 On-the-job coaching to help you advance rapidly\u202F\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 A lifelong network of hospitality professionals\u202F\u00A0

Onboard our ship\u202F\u00A0

• \u00A0 \u00A0 Lodging, meals, Wi-Fi, uniforms, and laundry are free of charge for all crew members\u202F\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Travel to/from the ship provided and paid for by Viking, unless you are within reasonable driving distance of embarkation or disembarkation ports\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Crew-only deck and dedicated recreational activities\u202F\u00A0

Viking Benefits:\u202F\u00A0

US Mainland candidates:\u00A0

• \u00A0 \u00A0 Health, vision, and dental insurance with very low premiums\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 401(k) plan with Viking match of 100% of employee contributions up to 4% per pay period\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Retention bonus program\u202F\u00A0

Puerto Rico and Guam candidates:\u00A0

• \u00A0 \u00A0 Health, vision, and dental insurance with very low premiums\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Retention bonus\u202Fprogram\u00A0

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About you\u00A0

• \u00A0 \u00A0 10+ years' experience as an Executive Chef or similar position, within a 5 Star hospitality and/or restaurant environment; advanced culinary skills are required\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Must have experience in leading multi-cultural teams; flexible, stress resistant, committed team player; strong administration skills are preferred\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, plus Mobile Devices, Point of Sales system (MXP database.)\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Guest-focused, service-oriented, positive personality, professional appearance and impeccable hygiene standards are required, with excellent knowledge of all Public Health Policies;\u00A0

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Role Overview\u00A0

As part of our Mississippi Food & Beverage team, your job as the the Executive Chef is to efficiently ensure the operations of all food production areas, by consistently analyzing the food production quality & cost, keeping within budget & monitoring time management. As other leadership positions, you will be evaluated based on both guest satisfaction, measurement reports, financial results and crew turnover\u00A0

• \u00A0 \u00A0 You will be reporting to the Hotel General Manager\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 You will be expected to work on a 12/4 rotation (12 weeks on board and 4 weeks off on vacation). Please note that rotation lenghts vary based on staffing and operational needs onboard Viking Mississippi\u00A0

Role Expectations\u00A0

• \u00A0 \u00A0 Share the overall responsibility of all food orders & consumption with the Inventory Manager in terms of Guest count, itinerary, availability & usage; maintain direct communication with the Inventory Manager for provision related matters - slow and non-moving item lists, inventory, standard products, maintaining par levels, first in first out (FIFO); be present during loading for quality assurance, and report discrepancies to the Inventory Manager\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Work in and as part of a team, not making any changes to the operation/menu without the approval and knowledge of the Culinary Department and Purchasing Department; adjust menus according to merchandise availability and unexpected shortages; compile & submit reports on each cruise\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Ensure that all menus, recipes, methods and specifications are adhered to, and spot-check all venues serving food on a daily basis to ensure that all food outlets & displays are in line with the quality & cleanliness of Viking\u2019s Standards and all Public Health Policies\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Lead and support a multi-cultural team, maximizing crew satisfaction, productivity and retention; meet with Team Leaders on a daily basis for \u201CThe Daily Reunion\u201D, to provide feedback & operational updates as well as to ensure that your department is performing to Viking\u2019s STAR Service Standards\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Provide competent leadership to all direct reports. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Conducting performance reviews, including discipline as needed, succession planning, crew communication and recognition\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Ensure that you and your team are always wearing the appropriate and specific Personal Protectice Equipment (PPE) as required for their durites onboard\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Uphold impeccable grooming standards at all times by complying with Viking\u2019s Image and Uniform Standards\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Demonstrate outstanding flexibility: able to work at different times of the day, under pressure and always reflect a positive can-do attitude and the best image of Viking\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 You will be expected to consistently arrive on time and be prepared for work\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned at leaders\u2019 discretion based on operational needs\u00A0

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Mandatory requirements & at will employment:\u00A0

• \u00A0 \u00A0 U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (green card) to work onboard the ship, as required by federal regulations \u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Ability to satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test. Viking Mississippi is a drug-free and alcohol-free workplace\u00A0
• \u00A0 \u00A0 Must be 21+ years old, physically fit and in good health to meet the demands of an intense shipboard role; must be able to carry heavy items and stand, kneel, and bend for prolonged periods of time\u00A0

\u00A0 \u00A0 Viking Cruises is an At-Will Employer. As such your employment with Viking is a voluntary one and is subject to termination with or without cause or notice, at any time by you or Viking. Nothing in this document or in any oral or written statement shall be interpreted to conflict with or limit the right to terminate employment at will\u00A0