RECRUITMENT OF HOTEL CREW FOR PRESTIGIOUS
VIKING RIVER CRUISES NEW SEASON 2025
- 23.01.2025
- In-person interview directly with the Viking cruise company in Bratislava
- You can also have an online interview at a different time!
It is necessary to register with us in advance for the in-person interview!
You can apply by sending your CV to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by filling out our online registration form. We will then contact you and send you an invitation for an in-person interview.
Viking Cruises
Enter the world of Viking, a leading cruise line with over 80 luxurious river ships. With a stable financial background
and a prestigious name, Viking opens doors to exclusive career opportunities. Learn more about Viking Cruises: HERE
Working on Viking River Cruises offers the opportunity to work in a modern hotel environment and sail on
the most famous rivers in Europe. An international team, American clientele, and a season from March to
November, during which you work in shifts - 2 months of work/2 weeks of vacation!
WORKING FOR VIKING IS MORE THAN A JOB - IT’S A CAREER
- 4/5-star modern river cruise ships
- 32 to 50 crew members per ship
- 112 to 198 guests per ship
- Predominantly American, Australian, and British clientele
- Swiss or French employment contracts
- Covered health, social, and pension insurance, unemployment insurance, and child allowances
- Automatic salary increase after the season
- Bonus at the end of the season based on the number of days worked
- Provided accommodation and meals
- Reimbursed travel expenses
- Modern cabins with internet (Wi-Fi)
- Full uniform provided
- Entitlement to paid leave every 6-8 weeks 2/3-month rotations throughout the season (approximately 2 months on board and 10-14 days paid leave)
- Season/contract length from March to November/January
- Possibility to join throughout the season
- Guaranteed training before and after joining the ship
- Possibility to join even for inexperienced candidates who first complete extensive training with a certificate - Viking Newcomer Training
OBSADZOVANÉ POZÍCIE:
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CHEF DE RANG (RESTAURANT WAITER) Previous experience in 4-5 star service is required, as well as a good command of the English language. |
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TRAINEE CHEF DE RANG (TRAINEE RESTAURANT WAITER) Only limited work experience is required, along with a good command of the English language. |
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STATEROOM STEWARD-ESS (HOUSEKEEPING) Previous experience in housekeeping and knowledge of the English language are required. |
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TRAINEE STATEROOM STEWARD-ESS (TRAINEE HOUSEKEEPING) Only limited work experience is required, along with a good command of the English language. |
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GUEST SERVICES AGENT Previous experience at a hotel reception and good communication skills in English are required. |
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SOUS CHEF (COOK) Previous experience in a 4 - 5* service position, good knowledge of English is required. |
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CHEF DE PARTIE (COOK) Previous experience in a 4 - 5* service position, good knowledge of English is required. |
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COMMIS DE CUISINE (ASSISTANT COOK) Previous experience in the position, knowledge of English required. |
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TRAINEE COMMIS DE CUISINE (ASSISTANT COOK) No experience required, English language proficiency required. |
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UTILITY Experience with manual work and knowledge of English are required. |
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Good communication skills in English
- Flexibility and stress resistance
- Hardworking
- Pleasant demeanor
PLACE OF WORK:
- River cruise ships sailing in Europe - Rhine, Danube, Moselle, Elbe, Rhône and Seine Slovakia, Hungary, Belgium, France, Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Switzerland...
- Assignment to a specific ship takes place after an interview according to the needs of the shipping company
START DATE:
- Season 2025 - The season runs from February/March to November/December
- During the season, you work approximately 6-8 weeks at a time, followed by a break/vacation of approximately 10-14 days.
- Days during breaks/vacations are paid by the employer.
AT VIKING, WHEN YOU ARE CREW, YOU ARE FAMILY
We are proud to employ approximately 10,000 of our own crew worldwide—all dedicated to making our guests’ stay the most memorable possible. Our Swiss based management team oversees our global operations, from shore excursions and catering to nautical operations, and when you work for Viking, you are part of that team. At Viking, we care about your career as much as you do, and we will give you the training, skills and confidence you need to be the best you can be. We even have a custom training program, Viking College, to help you learn and sharpen your skills. We offer great opportunities for promotion through which you will be rewarded for your hard work, enthusiasm, initiative and sense of responsibility. In fact, we very much hope that once you have joined us, you will stay with us, just like the 97% of our employees who come back to us—one of the highest retention rates in the industry (Viking Cruises).
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