EXPLORER'S STAFF

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process all guests at embarkation/registration according to the Viking’s relevant Standard Operating Procedures. This includes check-in, collecting passports and other documents.

• Assist the Pursers Department with guests' immigration formalities, when needed.

• Maintain a working cash float, collect payments and register credit cards, for processing. It is your responsibility to ensure that there are no shortages; assist guests with onboard accounts and any queries they may have.

• Assist with tour dispatch and execution; regularly escort guests on shore excursions to monitor the quality of tours and to ensure that a high standard of product and port knowledge is maintained.

• Undertake concierge duties such as booking restaurants, golf and other activities ashore.

• Ensure that there is sufficient printed materials for the guests at all times (Viking Daily, shore excursions booking forms, port maps, etc.).

• Facilitate and assist guests with onboard shore excursion bookings; handle private guest excursions.

• Coordinate all shore excursions including the audio equipment required for each excursion.

• Serve as a Viking Ambassador at all times, in accordance with Viking’s STAR Service Standards.

• Demonstrate the ability to handle difficult guests and/or situations with grace, professionalism and rational thinking and the ability to present adequate solutions.

• Manage service according to guest flow, embarkation & disembarkation and all onboard activities.

• Ensure a smooth disembarkation process, by providing assistance with online check-in, when needed, and transfer arrangements, if not arranged by Viking.

• 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.

• Shipboard experience is preferred.

• Fluent in English - must be able to address any kind of information in an adequate manner with excellent oral and written English communication skills – the ability to speak an additional language is an advantage.

• Flexible, stress resistant, committed team player and exceptional work ethic is required; must demonstrate the ability to work independently.

• Strong administration skills are preferred and must be proficient with PC based databases, spread sheets, and word processing systems; must demonstrate excellent management and organizational skills; experience in cash handling and foreign currency exchange is required.

• Guest-focused, service-oriented, positive personality, professional appearance, and impeccable hygiene standards, with excellent knowledge of all Public Health Policies are required

• 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.