Executive Chef – Premium Cruise Galley Leader

Viking; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

Loyalty bonuses

Tax-free salary

Job summary

Viking is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our Galley team on Ocean vessels. You will manage food production quality, control costs, and ensure adherence to Viking standards and health policies while inspiring a diverse culinary team.

Ideal candidates have 5–6 years in Executive Chef roles in premium resorts or hotel brands, fluent English, and strong administrative and leadership abilities. Roles include on-board accommodations, meals, and ship travel arrangements.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English and able to interpret menus/recipes clearly.
• Experience leading multi-cultural teams in premium hospitality.
• Strong administration skills and proficiency with PC-based databases, spreadsheets, and word processors.

Responsibilities

• Work within food-cost budgets and follow portion control to avoid overproduction.
• Share responsibility for all food orders with Inventory Manager based on guest count, itinerary, availability and usage.
• Upgrade food quality and presentation; host Kitchen Table events and cooking demonstrations; use culinary checklists regularly.
• Maintain communication with Inventory Manager for provisions, slow/non-moving items, and par levels; ensure FIFO.
• Oversee Galley equipment maintenance; monitor budget projections and report damages or malfunctions; manage equipment store par levels.
• Ensure menus/recipes/methods comply with Viking standards and public health policies; spot-check venues daily for quality and cleanliness.
• Inspect Galley areas with Public Health Officer and Kitchen Steward to maintain a safe workplace.
• Lead and support a multi-cultural team; meet with Team Leaders daily.

Skills

English fluency

Team leadership

Budget management

Culinary excellence

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Viking is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our Galley team on Ocean vessels. You will manage food production quality, control costs, and ensure adherence to Viking standards and health policies while inspiring a diverse culinary team.

Ideal candidates have 5–6 years in Executive Chef roles in premium resorts or hotel brands, fluent English, and strong administrative and leadership abilities. Roles include on-board accommodations, meals, and ship travel arrangements.