RIVER - Commis de Cuisine

Commis de Cuisine 

River – Europe 

Viking was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused voyages on oceans, rivers and lakes around the world. Designed for experienced travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences for The Thinking Person®.

Viking has more than 250 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler and voted at the top of its categories by Travel + Leisure. No other cruise line has ever received these same honors by both publications at the same time.

ROLE OVERVIEW 

Part of our Galley team on our River vessels, the Commis de Cuisine prepares meals to the fullest satisfaction of our guests and ensure compliance with Viking River Cruises Standards and HACCP rules. The Commis de Cuisine reports to Executive Chef and Sous-Chef. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO ON BOARD 

• Assist with preparing and cooking daily meals for crew and guests according to Executive Chef Manual and menu cycle 
• Handle groceries, products, and galley equipment with care; conduct inventory and stock takes 
• Ensure proper waste disposal and adherence to HACCP rules and company standards 
• Maintain cleanliness in galley and production areas; participate in onboard training programs 
• Assist Executive Chef with food supply orders and budget management, keeping food cost within budget 

WHY JOIN VIKING?  

Elevate Your Career  
Regardless of where you are on your career journey, Viking can help you in reaching new destinations with:  

• Paid training program in skills and approach to premium hospitality services  
• On-the-job coaching to help you advance rapidly   
• A lifelong network of hospitality professionals from many different countries  
• Internal transfer opportunities to River, Ocean and Expedition ships  

On board our ship  

• Uniform are provided by Viking
• Lodging and meals are provided
• Crew cabins with only 2 berths (you will have one roommate).  
• Travel to/from the ship provided by Viking  
• Dedicated crew areas and activities  
• Sundeck area for crew use   

Employee benefits  

• Paid vacation  
• Referral program  
• Loyalty bonuses  
• No immediate tax deduction – potential for tax-free salary, depending on nationality  

ABOUT YOU 

• Graduated apprenticeship as cook required 
• Minimum 1 year professional experience in 4 or 5-star kitchen/galley 
• International experience/ship experience preferred 
• Good English skills, other languages are an advantage 
• Ability to work independently, service-oriented and guest focused, and ability to train and motivate subordinates. 

APPLICATION AND JOB RELEVANT INFORMATION 
Our roles will be subject to our appearance standards (including in relation to visible tattoos) and employees are expected to project a professional image at all times. Visible tattoos are not permitted. Tattoos concealed with make-up, skin-colored sleeves or any covering other than the company uniform will still be considered visible for the purposes of our appearance standards. Exemptions to this may be considered on a case-by-case basis where appropriate. Tattoo removal may not result in successful employment and therefore is not encouraged and is the candidate’s personal decision. Furthermore, any offer of employment is subject to you passing all mandatory medical examinations as required by the company.  For further information, please contact our recruiting team. 

 
DISCLAIMER 
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