Shipboard Assistant Waiter – Premium F&B Service

Hcareers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodging provided on ship

Meals on ship included

Uniforms and laundry provided

Travel to ship covered

Job summary

Viking Cruises is seeking an Assistant Waiter/ess for its Mississippi Food & Beverage team onboard. You will deliver meals, set up buffet areas, and maintain service standards under the Viking STAR framework.

Rotation involves 10–12 weeks on, 3–4 weeks off, with opportunities for events and guest interactions. You must have 2+ years in a fine dining environment, strong service knowledge, and excellent grooming.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience as a Restaurant attendant (or similar) at a 5-Star hospitality or fine dining environment.
• Outstanding knowledge of service standards and food.
• Guest-focused, service-oriented, positive personality, professional appearance, and impeccable hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meals and set up and maintain buffet areas according to STAR standards.
• Provide support for food and beverage services in assigned areas.
• Maintain clean and well-maintained equipment and work areas.
• Serve beverages and assist with events while upholding safety procedures and health regulations.

Skills

Experience on shipboard

Guest-focused service

Food & beverage knowledge

Job description

Viking Cruises is seeking an Assistant Waiter/ess for its Mississippi Food & Beverage team onboard. You will deliver meals, set up buffet areas, and maintain service standards under the Viking STAR framework.

Rotation involves 10–12 weeks on, 3–4 weeks off, with opportunities for events and guest interactions. You must have 2+ years in a fine dining environment, strong service knowledge, and excellent grooming.