Chef de Rang - River (f/m/v))

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 High School diploma; hospitality-focused degree is an advantage
• Minimum 2 years experience in upscale cruise line or hotel bar operation
• Fluent in English with excellent oral communication skills
• Discrete and able to handle confidential information
• Well groomed with impeccable hygiene standards; extensive walking and standing required
• Extensive wine and bar knowledge preferred
• Service-oriented, positive personality, and professional appearance
• Flexible, stress-resistant, and committed team player

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

ABOUT US

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.

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Source: Statistisches Bundesamt (Destatis), table; dl-de/by-2-0; StarIn's calculation

Posted Sep 02, 2026