MISSISSIPPI - Assistant Restaurant Manager - Viking Cruises : Job Details

About VikingViking 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 experience for The Thinking Person.Viking has more than 250 awards to its name, including being rates #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.Why join Viking?* Elevate your career regardless of where you are on your journey. Viking can help you in reaching new destinations with:o Paid training program in skills and approach to premium hospitality serviceso On-the-job coaching to help you advance rapidlyo A lifelong network of hospitality professionals* Onboard our shipo Lodging, meals, Wi-Fi, uniforms, and laundry are free of charge for all crew memberso Travel to/from the ship provided and paid for by Viking, unless you are within reasonable driving distance of embarkation or disembarkation portso Crew-only deck and dedicated recreational activities* Viking Benefits:US Mainland candidates:o Health, vision, and dental insurance with incredibly low premiumso 401(k) plan with Viking match of 100% of employee contributions up to 4% per pay periodo Retention bonus programo Health, vision, and dental insurance with incredibly low premiumso Retention bonus programAbout you* 2+ years' experience as Assistant Restaurant Manager or similar at a 5-Star hospitality and/or restaurant environment; shipboard experience is an advantage* Guest-focused, service-oriented, positive personality, professional appearance and impeccable hygiene standards* Experience leading multi-cultural teams preferred* Excellent knowledge of all public health policies, especially US Health and FDA StandardsRole OverviewAs part of our Mississippi Food & Beverage team your job as an Assistant Restaurant Manager is to run outlets, continuously making the effort to coach and develop the Restaurant Team providing the highest level of service in accordance with Viking's STAR Service Standards* You will be reporting to the Restaurant Manager* You will be expected to work on a 12/4 rotation (12 weeks on board and 4 weeks off on vacation). Please note that rotation lenghts vary based on staffing and operational needs onboard Viking MississippiRole Expectations* Plan, schedule, and assign staff to relevant stations, assisting the Restaurant Manager with daily menu presentations and F&B events and regularly inspect mise-en-place* Greet guests and ensure high level service is provided, manage reservations and seating, and communicate allergies and special needs* Ensure efficient communication with Executive Chef, Galley Team, and Bar Team and conduct monthly inventory and durable orders* Lead and support a multi-cultural team, maintain grooming and PPE standards, and uphold company property protection* Identify opportunities to improve service delivery, minimize equipment loss/damage, and maintain cleanliness standards* Become knowledgeable about itinerary-related activities and positively contribute to Restaurant KPI goals, manage the Restaurant Pest Management Logs, and monitor the Time & Attendance System* Always uphold impeccable grooming standards by complying with Viking's Image and Uniform Standards* Demonstrate outstanding flexibility: able to work at various times of the day, under pressure and always reflect a positive can-do attitude and the best image of Viking* You will be expected to consistently arrive on time and be prepared for work* Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned at leaders' discretion based on operational needsMandatory requirements & at will employment:* U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (green card) to work onboard the ship, as required by federal regulations* Ability to satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test. Viking Mississippi is a drug-free and alcohol-free workplace* Must be 21+ years old, physically fit and in good health to meet the demands of an intense shipboard role; must be able to carry heavy items and stand, kneel, and bend for prolonged periods of time* Viking Cruises is an At-Will Employer. As such your employment with Viking is a voluntary one and is subject to termination with or without cause or notice, at any time by you or Viking. Nothing in this document or in any oral or written statement shall be interpreted to conflict with or limit the right to terminate employment at willFLSA (Fair Labor Standards Act) Status: Seamen Exempt