Purpose of Position

You ensure a friendly and professional beverage service in your assigned F&B area to the fullest satisfaction of our guests and in accordance with Viking Ocean Cruises Standards.

Your Responsibilities

• Professional, welcoming and sales orientated Food & Beverage service
• Assignment in restaurants (station of approx. 25 to 30 guests) and bars (including coffee station and sundecks)
• 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
• 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: Head Bartender, Restaurant Manager / Food & Beverage Manager

Receives instructions from:  Head Bartender, Restaurant Manager / Food & Beverage Manager, Hotel Manager, Corporate Operation Manager

Your Profile

• Graduated education in hotel / catering industry
• 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, showing commitment
• Positive personality, neat appearance
• Preferred age between 23 and 40 years

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.