Life at Viking: China Ocean

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What sets Viking apart from other Ocean cruise lines?
  • New ships, more opportunities: We will continue to grow and plan to double in size by 2028
  • Growing faster: We’ve grown from 400 to 4000 crew members on our Ocean ships since 2015
  • Brand new fleet of small ships: all of our Ocean ships are less than 10 years old, and more planned for the future
  • One main language on board: Viking crew and guests all speak English

At Viking Ocean Cruises you’ll have more opportunities to advance your career to new levels.
Bar
Provides beverage and wine services to guests in all dining venues and lounges onboard, according to Viking Standards.

  • Bartender
Housekeeping
Provide friendly and twice daily housekeeping services to all guests staterooms, and cleans public and crew areas.

  • Stateroom Steward / ess
Guest Services
Provide guests with safe and enriching expedition experiences both onboard and onshore.

  • Explorer Staff
Restaurant
Provide guests with friendly, food and beverage services in all dining venues onboard, according to Viking Standards.

  • Restaurant Manager
  • Waiter
Senior Management
Lead the hotel crew to ensure a guest-oriented environment and deliver excellent services up to Viking Standards.

  • General Manager
Galley
Prepare and cook high quality food for guests and crew, ensuring production and presentation meets Viking Standards and recipes.

  • Executive Chef

    Know more about life on board

    Crew members typically work a 10-12 weeks-on,  3 weeks-off rotation, with up to 13 weeks off annually
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    You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (green card holder) to work onboard the ship, as required by federal regulations

    We provide you with unique benefits

    Competitive fixed monthly salary We make sure you always get the same pay, no matter how many guests are on board
    Fixed contracts Our fixed 4/6 month contracts provide job security and a pre planned return date, allowing you to take a relaxing vacation
    Loyalty & seniority bonuses Earn bonus pay as you spend more time on board with Viking and advance to senior roles
    Onboard health &
    life insurance
         We take care of your well-being while you travel with us
    Free joining ticket
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         Flights to and from the ship will be organized and paid for by Viking
    Free & fast Wi-Fi Unlimited use of our high speed connection
    Access to fitness center & crew pool Crew members have exclusive access to our top-notch equipment from 10pm to 6am
    Crew welfare program Viking funds events for the crew and shore excursions to visit destinations
    Free uniform and equipment
         We provide, wash and maintain clothes, shoes, technical equipment
    Internal transfers
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         Opportunities to transfer to River or other Viking cruises

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