Sous Chef

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Hold excellent cooking skill, with the flair and creativeness to enhance buffet presentations; control the breakdown after each service, in conjunction with the Chef de Partie.

• Work closely with the Kitchen Steward in order to accomplish tasks related to inventory, equipment control & maintenance; countercheck daily Storeroom deliveries; regularly check fresh produce chillers to avoid shortages/wastage during the cruise; ensure proper use of the menu checklist and recipe reviews.

• Ensure that all Galley personnel transport their provisions with the correct utensils.

• Assist in conducting the Dinner Service Line, ensure smooth and efficient service, presentation, and final plating; and tour all outlets during service hours.

• Minimize equipment loss/damage and maintain immaculate cleanliness standards by enforcing “clean as you go” work habits in relevant areas, ensure that all equipment is sanitized and returned accordingly, after each use.

• Be present during loadings for quality control and assurance; assist the Executive Chef with supervising the Galley operation and preparing requisitions for all Catering equipment.

• Appoint and enforce specific job responsibilities to all key personnel working under the direction of the Sous Chef and establish the manner and means to train personnel.

• Ensure that the Galley/adjacent areas are ready for any announced and/or unannounced Public Health inspections, done either by the Ships’ Management or local authorities (public health inspectors). The Sous Chef must be present for all inspections; ensure that all menus, recipes, methods, and specifications are adhered to, and are in line with the quality and cleanliness of all Public Health Policies and Viking’s STAR Service Standards.

• Assist the Executive Chef with preparing additional working schedules for Galley personnel.

• Temporarily replace/takeover the Chef de Cuisine’s position (with necessary training), at any given time.

BACKGROUND

• A required minimum of 8 years’ culinary experience, including 3 years as a Sous Chef or similar position, within a premium brand hospitality environment; advanced culinary skills are required.

• Fluent in English - must have excellent English communication skills to clearly interpret and orate documents, such as menus and recipes.

• Must have experience in leading multi-cultural teams.

• Team builder with effective motivational skills and coaching abilities, with a demonstrable comprehensive knowledge of Public Health and Sanitation compliance.

• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years old.

• A strong background would be considered if no shipboard employment experience.

• Ability 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.