Chef de Rang
River – Europe - Season 2026
Viking (NYSE: VIK) was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused journeys on rivers, oceans and lakes around the world. Designed for curious travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman and CEO Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences For The Thinking Person™.
Viking has more than 450 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler in the 2023 and 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards. Viking is also rated a “World’s Best” for rivers, oceans and expeditions by Travel + Leisure. No other travel company has simultaneously received the same honors by both publications
ROLE OVERVIEW
Part of our Food & Beverage team on our River vessels, the Chef de Rang ensures a friendly and professional service in the restaurant, bar, lounge, and the sundeck to the fullest satisfaction of our guests and in accordance with Viking Standards and Operating Procedures. The Chef de Rang reports to Maître D’Hotel.
WHAT YOU WILL DO ON BOARD
1. Provide welcoming and sales-oriented service in restaurant, bar, lounge and sundeck
2. Ensure correct use of Wait Order System (WOS)
3. Execute all F&B activities including functions and special events
4. Ensure cleanliness of restaurant, bar, pantry, lounge, sundeck according to HACCP standards
5. Participate in onboard training programs and daily menu presentations
6. Handle inventory and establish par levels, assist in other departments as required
WHY JOIN VIKING?
On board our ships
7. Uniform are provided by Viking
8. Lodging and meals are provided
9. All our vessels are new and well maintained with modern shared crew cabins, comprising of bunk-beds, private bathroom, and flat screen TV
10. First and last journey to the ship is reimbursed by Viking
11. Dedicated crew areas and activities
12. Sundeck area
Benefits
13. Social security benefits in accordance to Swiss or French contracts including pension, child allowance, occupational fund, unemployment insurance
14. Paid vacation during your contract
15. Health and accident insurance throughout your contract
16. Bonus calculated on the number of days worked onboard with guests
17. Referral program with additional bonuses
18. Increases in salary based on your seniority with Viking
19. Access to online learning and further training opportunities for growth
ABOUT YOU
20. Minimum High School diploma; hospitality-focused degree is an advantage
21. Minimum 2 years experience in upscale cruise line or hotel bar operation
22. Fluent in English with excellent oral communication skills
23. Discrete and able to handle confidential information
24. Well groomed with impeccable hygiene standards; extensive walking and standing required
25. Extensive wine and bar knowledge preferred
26. Service-oriented, positive personality, and professional appearance
27. Flexible, stress-resistant, and committed team player
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Policies
28. Only tattoos that can be covered by your uniform are allowed
29. Any offer of employment is subject to you passing all mandatory medical examinations as required
Application process
30. Submit your English CV
31. Attend a company presentation
32. Join an interview
33. Submit relevant documentation (copy of passport or ID, full address)
34. Join us on board
DISCLAIMER
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