Restaurant Manager

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Organize and execute F&B related ship functions and special events; conduct daily menu presentations, in conjunction with the Executive Chef. 
• Estimate & plan consumption, ordering and forecasts, and maintain inventories at par level; conduct inventories on a monthly basis and create accurate & realistic quarterly orders, with a business-orientated mindset, contributing to the financial success of our company. 
• Organize the opening & closing routines for your entire team and schedule opening & closing hours for all your outlets, depending on Guests’ and operational needs; demonstrate ownership for all maintenance related matters in the Restaurant Department. 
• Identify opportunities to improve service delivery in accordance with Viking’s STAR Service Standards, by incorporating feedback from the Restaurant Team. 
• Greet and welcome our Guests and check on their well-being, while on duty, at all times.
• Regularly inspect that the mise-en-place for all areas are prepared 15 minutes prior to service. 
• Identify potential STARS, and assist, train & lead them to success; implement and motivate a culture of ownership & responsibility and provide the necessary guidance/training and information to the Restaurant Team, in accordance with company standards and operational needs. 

BACKGROUND

• Must be Vietnamese citizens.
• A required minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Restaurant Manager or similar position, within a premium brand hospitality environment. Onboard experience as Head of Department in Restaurant is required.
• Fluent in English - must have excellent English communication skills to clearly communicate to the Restaurant Team and Guests. 
• Must have experience in leading multi-cultural teams and be flexible, stress resistant, and a hands-on team player; strong administration skills are required and must be proficient with PC based databases, spread sheets, and word processing systems.
• Guest-focused, service-oriented, positive personality, professional appearance and impeccable hygiene standards are required, with in-depth knowledge of all Public Health Policies; team builder with exceptional work ethic, motivational skills, training, and coaching abilities.
• Able to confirm for clean background/ reference check completed upon proposal.

BENEFITS

• Monthly salary is paid via on-board Visa card, no tax deduction.
• Five (5) paid vacation days for each month worked is included in the salary; this is accumulated and only paid at the end of the contract.
• Health insurance is provided during the contract period (not applicable to vacation).
• All crew have life insurance at $100,000 death in service benefit.
• No charge for crew laundry facilities, including detergent dispensers.
• Free Wi-fi on-board.
• Medical and visa expenses will be reimbursed on the first payroll against original receipts.
• The company covers flights and transfer to the vessel from and to your nearest international airport of your country of residence; hotel overnight is optional for long-distance travels.
• Uniform is provided; including shoes and safety equipment, and maintained by our main laundry.
• Two-crew only recreational areas (indoor and outdoor).
• Access to the guest gym after 10 PM.

APPLICATION

• Updated C.V. without employment gaps is needed; to note any unemployment.
• References and appraisals for at least 2x last contract.
• Work employment certificate for last 2 years.
• Company references.
• All documents should be sent via email. We will contact you for further requirements of other documents needed after we receive these documents.
• Incomplete application will not be considered.

GCS Vietnam will process your documents to match the position you are applying for before submitting your application to VIKING.