November 19, 2024

Viking Cruises

FULL TIME

Bar Waiter

Role Overview
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.
Our major dock is in New Orleans, with other docking locations along the Mississippi. All travel expenses are covered by Viking.
As part of our Mississippi Food & Beverage team your job as a Bar Waiter/ess is to ensure a friendly and professional service at the bar, lounge and the sundeck in accordance with Viking’s STAR Service
Standards

You will be reporting to the Bar Manager
You will be expected to work on a 10/3 rotation (10 weeks on board and 3 weeks off on
vacation). Please note that rotation lengths vary based on staffing and operational needs on board Viking Mississippi

Role Expectations
Prepare and serve drinks in accordance with company standards, menus and recipes
Operate bar according to standard operating procedures
Ensure high level of cleanliness in bar, pantry, lounge, sundeck in accordance with HACCP standards and public health policies
Control bar costs within the budget, including establishing weekly stock orders and conducting inventory
Assist in organizing and executing F&B-related ship functions and special events
Participate in onboard training programs and daily departmental meetings
Uphold impeccable grooming standards at all times by complying with Viking’s Image and Uniform Standards
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
You will be expected to consistently arrive on time and be prepared for work
Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned at leaders’ discretion based on operational needs

About you

2+ years’ experience as Bar Waiter or similar at a 5-Star hospitality and/or restaurant
environment; shipboard experience is an advantage
Outstanding knowledge in mixology, wine, and great customer service are an advantage
Guest-focused, service-oriented, positive personality, professional appearance and impeccable hygiene standards
Excellent knowledge of all public health policies, especially US Health and FDA Standards

Mandatory requirements & at will employment:

U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (green card) to work onboard the ship, as required by federal regulations
Ability to satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test. Viking Mississippi is a drug-free and alcohol-free workplace
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
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