RIVER - Commis de Cuisine

Viking; España; On-site; PHP 1,770,538 - 2,478,753; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Social security benefits

Paid vacation

Health and accident insurance

Bonus based on days worked

Salary increases with seniority

Access to training opportunities

Job summary

Viking is seeking a Commis de Cuisine to join our galley team on River vessels. You will assist the Executive Chef in preparing meals while ensuring compliance with our standards and HACCP regulations.

The position requires a graduated apprenticeship as a cook and at least 1 year of experience in a 4 or 5-star kitchen. Benefits include health insurance, paid vacation, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a 4- or 5-star kitchen/galley.
• Good English skills, knowledge of additional languages preferred.
• Ability to work independently and train subordinates.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and cooking meals according to the menu.
• Ensure adherence to HACCP rules and company standards.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and participate in training programs.

Skills

Cooking skills

Service orientation

Guest-focused approach

Independence

Inventory management

Education

Graduated apprenticeship as cook

Job description

Commis de cuisine

River - Europe

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 ensures compliance with Viking River Cruises Standards and HACCP rules. The Commis de Cuisine reports to the Executive Chef and Sous-Chef.

What You Will Do On Board

• Assist with preparing and cooking daily meals for crew and guests according to the 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 the Executive Chef with food supply orders and budget management, keeping food cost within budget.

On board our ships

• Uniforms are provided by Viking.
• Lodging and meals are provided.
• All vessels are new and well maintained with modern shared crew cabins, comprising of bunk-beds, private bathroom, and flat-screen TV.
• The 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

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

Policies

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