MISSISSIPPI - Assistant Restaurant Manager

About Viking

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.

Why join Viking?

Elevate your career regardless of where you are on your 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

Onboard our ship

• Lodging, meals, Wi-Fi, uniforms, and laundry are free of charge for all crew members


• Travel to/from the ship provided and paid for by Viking, unless you are within reasonable driving distance of embarkation or disembarkation ports


• Crew-only deck and dedicated recreational activities

Viking Benefits

US Mainland candidates:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance with incredibly low premiums


• 401(k) plan with Viking match of 100% of employee contributions up to 4% per pay period


• Retention bonus program

Puerto Rico and Guam candidates:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance with very low premiums


• Retention bonus program

About You

• 2+ years’ experience as an Assistant Restaurant Manager in a 5-star hospitality or restaurant setting; shipboard experience is a plus.


• Strong focus on guest satisfaction, with a positive attitude, professional demeanor, and high hygiene standards.


• Proven ability to lead and inspire multi-cultural teams.


• Solid understanding of public health regulations, especially US Health and FDA standards.

Role Overview

As a member of our Mississippi Food & Beverage team, you will oversee restaurant operations, coaching team members, and ensuring exceptional service aligned with Viking’s STAR Service Standards.

• Reports to: Restaurant Manager


• Rotation: 9 weeks onboard / 3 weeks off (subject to operational needs)


• Work Schedule: 7 days a week, 10-14 hours a day


• Compensation: daily rate: $260


• Cabin: Single room, shared bathroom

Role Expectations

• Organize daily operations: assign staff stations, support menu presentations, and coordinate food & beverage events.


• Coordinate in real-time with the kitchen to ensure accurate and timely food delivery.


• Ensure smooth guest experience: manage reservations, seating arrangements, and special dietary needs.


• Collaborate with the Executive Chef, Galley, and Bar teams; oversee monthly inventory and durable goods orders.


• Maintain high standards in grooming, PPE compliance, and property care while fostering a respectful team culture.


• Identify service improvement opportunities, reduce equipment loss, and uphold cleanliness protocols.


• Lead daily pre-shift briefings to align the team on service expectations and guest pr Handle guest complaints with empathy and accountability, ensuring timely resolution and follow-up.


• Stay informed about itinerary activities, contribute to restaurant KPIs, manage pest control logs, and monitor attendance systems.


• Represent Viking’s brand with professionalism, punctuality, and a flexible, solution-oriented mindset.


• Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on operational needs.

Mandatory Requirements

• 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 will