Life at Viking: Japan

Advance your career in the Land of the Rising Sun
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What sets Viking apart from other Ocean cruise lines?
  • Exciting Career Growth Opportunities: As we continue to expand, we plan to double in size by 2028, offering numerous opportunities for career advancement and personal development. We are proud to have one of the highest promotion rates in the industry.

  • Rapid Growth and Team Expansion: Since 2015, we've grown from 400 to 4,000 crew members on our Ocean ships, fostering a dynamic and collaborative team environment.
 
  • Modern Fleet and Future Plans: All of our Ocean ships are less than 10 years old, and more planned for the future.
 
  • Bilingual and Inclusive Work Environment: Onboard our ships sailing along the coast of Japan, our Viking crew and guests communicate in both Japanese and English, promoting a positive and inclusive work culture.

Our Japan Team

Bar
Provide beverage and wine services to guests in all dining venues and lounges onboard, according to Viking Standards.

  • Beverage Manager
  • Bartender
  • Bar Waiter
Restaurant
Provide guests with friendly, food and beverage services in all dining venues onboard, according to Viking Standards.

  • Restaurant Manager
  • Assistant Restaurant Manager
  • Waiter
  • Assistant Waiter
  • Café Attendant
Guest Services
Provide guests with safe and enriching expedition experiences both onboard and onshore.

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

  • Stateroom Steward / ess
Galley Prepare and cook high quality food for guests and crew, ensuring production and presentation meets Viking Standards and recipes.

  • Executive Chef
  • Chef de Cuisine
  • Sous Chef
    Senior Management
    Lead the hotel crew to ensure a guest-oriented environment and deliver excellent services up to Viking Standards.

    • General Manager

    Our Japan team members' stories

    Get a firsthand glimpse into what it is like to work at Viking as our team members share their impactful contributions and inspiring career journeys. 

    Kokoro
    Assistant Restaurant Manager

    Kento
    Bar Waiter

    Asuka
    Explorer Concierge

    Yoshiharu
    Chef de Cuisine
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    to join our Japan crew
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    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 Wi-Fi Unlimited use of our Wi-Fi 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
    Explore life on board
    Ocean ships have a 465-person crew
    Crew members commonly work from 4 to 6 months on board, followed by 2 months off
    2-person cabins with TV, storage and unlimited Wi-Fi
    Crew-only outdoor lounge and bar
    Crew members can access Guest Fitness center in certain hours
    New high-tech ship
    Crew-only swimming pool
    Healthy fresh food options in our Crew mess