Job Description

Maître D’Hotel
 River – Egypt
   

  

 Egypt continues to be one of our most popular destinations," as Mr. Torstein Hagen, Chairman of Viking, so accurately noted. Click here to watch the video "Viking in Egypt," in Success Factors to take a journey through Viking's past, present, and future in this incredible destination.
   

  

 Viking was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused voyages on oceans, rivers and lakes around the world. Designed for experienced travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences for The Thinking Person®.
   

  

 Viking has more than 250 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler and voted at the top of its categories by Travel + Leisure. No other cruise line has ever received these same honors by both publications at the same time.
   

  

Role Overview
 Part of our Food and Beverage team on our River vessels, the Maître D’Hotel ensures a friendly and professional service in the restaurant, bar, lounge and the sundeck to the fullest satisfaction of our guests and in accordance with Viking Standards and Operating Procedures. The Maître D’Hotel reports to Hotel Manager.
   

  

What You Will Do On Board
* Manage entire Food and Beverage service operation on board, including restaurant, bar, lounge, and sundeck
* Supervise and support professional, sales-oriented service
* Ensure correct use of MXP WOS and adherence to SOP procedures
* Organize, manage, motivate, and train restaurant and bar team
* Plan and execute F&B related ship functions and special events
* Maintain cleanliness and HACCP standards, control costs, conduct inventory, and analyze consumption data


WHY JOIN VIKING?
Elevate Your Career
 Regardless of where you are on your career journey, Viking can help you in reaching new destinations with:
   

  

* Paid training program in skills and approach to premium hospitality services
* On-the-job coaching to help you advance rapidly
* A lifelong network of hospitality professionals from many different countries
* Internal transfer opportunities to River, Ocean and Expedition ships


On board our Nile ships
* Lodging, meals, unlimited Wi-Fi, uniforms, and laundry are free of charge for all crew members.
* Travel to/from the ship provided by Viking. For assignments outside Europe, Viking covers all your travel expenses to and from the ship, even when you go on vacation to your home country.
* Dedicated crew areas and activities
* Visa-Friendly Destination: Our operation in Egypt allows for non-EU nationals to work on a Swiss contract, with a relatively short visa process.
* Long Season: we offer long contracts from early August until mid-June with a nice summer break between the seasons.
* Multicultural Crew: With Egyptian and international Viking family members on board, our Egypt operation is a unique opportunity to learn and share with colleagues from different cultures.
* Rotation Schedule: In Egypt, you will operate on a 90-days-on and 14 to 21 days off-rotation.
* Cabin Occupancy: Single cabin
* Excursions: Occasionally, you have a chance to join one of the guest excursions and explore Egypt’s wonderful sites
* Guests:Up to 82 guests on board to 75 crew members


Employee Benefits
* Expanding Fleet: In 2024, Viking will welcome new vessels on the Nile River. This means tremendous potential for career advancement to those who work for us.
* Paid vacations
* Referral program
* Loyalty bonuses
* Commission earnings


About You
* High School and Hospitality Diploma required, degree with hospitality focus preferred
* Minimum 3 years previous experience in similar position in upscale cruise line or hotel
* Fluent in English with excellent oral communication skills
* Ability to handle confidential information discreetly, maintain hygiene standards, and stand for long periods
* Guest focused, service oriented, positive personality, and flexible team player with
* Extensive wine and bar knowledge


APPLICATION AND JOB RELEVANT INFORMATION
 Our roles will be subject to our appearance standards (including in relation to visible tattoos) and employees are expected to project a professional image at all times. Visible tattoos are not permitted. Tattoos concealed with make-up, skin-colored sleeves or any covering other than the company uniform will still be considered visible for the purposes of our appearance standards. Exemptions to this may be considered on a case-by-case basis where appropriate. Tattoo removal may not result in successful employment and therefore is not encouraged and is the candidate’s personal decision. Furthermore, any offer of employment is subject to you passing all mandatory medical examinations as required by the company.  For further information, please contact our recruiting team.
   

  

DISCLAIMER 
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