River - Chef de Partie (m/w)

**CHEF DE PARTIE**

River – Europe

**ROLE OVERVIEW**

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

**WHAT YOU WILL DO ON BOARD**

• Prepare and serve daily meals (breakfast, lunch, teatime, dinner) for crew and guests according to menu cycle and Executive Chef manual.
• Order and manage stock in cooperation with Executive Chef, ensuring correct handling of all products and equipment.
• Maintain a clean working area in compliance with HACCP rules and company standards.
• Conduct stock takes and inventory according to company procedures, establish par levels and participate in loading processes.
• Assist in opening and closing ships at start and end of season and participate in onboard training programs.
• Perform luggage duty on embarkation and disembarkation days and provide assistance in other departments as required by supervisors.

**WHY JOIN VIKING?**

**On board our ships**

• Uniform are provided by Viking
• Lodging and meals are provided
• All our vessels are new and well maintained with modern shared crew cabins, comprising of bunk-beds, private bathroom, and flat screen TV
• First and last journey to the ship is reimbursed by Viking
• Dedicated crew areas and activities
• Sundeck area

**Benefits**

• Social security benefits in accordance to Swiss or French contracts including pension, child allowance, occupational fund, unemployment insurance
• Paid vacation during your contract
• Health and accident insurance throughout your contract
• Bonus calculated on the number of days worked onboard with guests
• Referral program with additional bonuses
• Increases in salary based on your seniority with Viking
• Access to online learning and further training opportunities for growth

**ABOUT YOU**

• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in the hotel/catering industry/restaurants
• International experience/ship experience is an advantage
• Good command of English; fluency in other languages is an advantage
• Ability to work independently, prioritize guest satisfaction
• Flexibility, stress resistance, team player, commitment, positive personality, and neat appearance

**APPLICATION INFORMATION**

**Policies**

• Only tattoos that can be covered by your uniform are allowed
• Any offer of employment is subject to you passing all mandatory medical examinations as required

**Application process**

• Submit your English CV
• Attend a company presentation
• Join an interview
• Submit relevant documentation (copy of passport or ID, full address)
• Join us on board

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