Lead Cook

Viking Cruises is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Assistant Chef de Partie to join our culinary team. As a key member of our kitchen staff, you will be responsible for preparing delicious meals for our guests and crew, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and service.

• Prepare dishes at an advanced level, in line with company recipes, menus, and procedures.
• Ensure economical work practices and control food production to minimize and/or avoid wastage.
• Maintain a friendly, guest-oriented service culture to ensure guest satisfaction and repeat business.
• Participate in daily meetings to understand team operational needs and ensure consistent adherence to Viking's STAR Service Standards.
• Provide the highest level of comfort and service to guests and maintain an impeccable standard of cleanliness and hygiene in assigned areas.
• Ensure company property is appropriately secured and protected, especially during rough weather conditions.
• Demonstrate outstanding flexibility and a positive can-do attitude, while upholding impeccable grooming standards at all times.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Cook/Chef or similar position in a 5-Star hospitality and/or restaurant environment.
• Ability to work 10-12 weeks straight on the ship followed by 3 weeks of vacation.
• Fluent in English with excellent communication skills and the ability to speak additional languages is an advantage.
• Must be able to lift and handle up to 50 lbs. on a daily basis and work a minimum of ten hours per day, seven days a week.

• Implement Standard Operating Procedures & STAR Service Standards within the department.
• Ensure appropriate appearance and clothing according to the updated Grooming Standards.
• Viking is an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.