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.
Bartender
US–Mississippi River
Full-time employment. Bartenders earn $50,000 – $70,000 annually, which includes participation in Viking’s gratuity program. All crewmembers receive a generous employee benefits package, including health insurance.
ROLE OVERVIEW
As part of our Mississippi Food & Beverage team your job is to support the Restaurant Manager to ensure the efficient operations of all bar lounges, bars, restaurants, special events and all Guest areas, where beverage service activities take place. You will report to the Assistant Restaurant Manager in our onboard Restaurant, River Café, Explorers’ Lounge and Room Service.
WHY JOIN VIKING?
Elevate Your Career
Regardless of where you are on your career journey, Viking can help you in reaching new destinations with:
1. Paid training program in skills and approach to premium hospitality services
2. On-the-job coaching to help you advance rapidly
3. A lifelong network of hospitality professionals
Onboard our ship
4. Lodging (shared cabin with 1 other crewmember), meals, Wi-Fi, uniforms, and laundry are free of charge for all crew members
5. Travel to/from the ship provided by Viking
6. Crew-only deck and dedicated recreational activities
Benefits year-round, on and off the ship
As a full-time employee, you are eligible for benefits such as:
7. Viking pays for and provides more, better coverage: Health, vision, and dental insurance with very low premiums (some plans are fully paid by Viking)
8. Referral program & retention bonus
9. 401k savings plan with company matching all your contributions with an additional 4%
WHAT YOU WILL DO ON BOARD
10. Prepare and serve drinks according to company standards, while maintaining in-depth knowledge of bar menus to deliver exceptional STAR service
11. Tally sales transactions, follow accounting procedures and correctly tally bar revenue
12. Ensure cost control and conduct stock takes
13. Ensure assigned areas are set up properly in time, maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards, uphold grooming standards, and wear appropriate PPE
14. Assist in setup and execution of F&B ship functions and special events
15. Willing and able to work 10-12 weeks straight on the ship followed by 3 weeks vacation. (Schedule & rotation may flucuate depending on occupancey and staffing needs)
ABOUT YOU
16. 2+ years’ experience as Bartender or similar at a 5-Star hospitality and/or restaurant environment; shipboard experience is an advantage
17. Must be 21+ years old; physically fit and in good health; must be able to carry heavy items and stand, kneel and bend for prolonged periods of time
18. Guest-focused, service-oriented, positive personality, professional appearance and impeccable hygiene standards
19. Excellent knowledge of all public health policies
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS & AT WILL EMPLOYMENT:
20. U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (green card) to work onboard the ship, as required by federal regulations
21. Ability to satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for marijuana and other controlled substances. We are a Drug-Free and Alcohol-Free workplace
22. 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.