Bar Waiter/ess

VIKING OCEAN CRUISES
We are looking for enthusiatic young male and female candidates with good 5-star hospitality and/or previous cruise ship experience, to join our crew aboard Viking Ocean Cruises. This is an opportunity of a lifetime, so apply now.

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.

• 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
  

REQUIREMENTS

• 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
  

BENEFITS

• Working for the Top Cruise Line company in the world.
• Excellent salary in US Dollars
• Many more great benefits