My Viking Career Journey

Kento

Bar Waiter

I work as a Bar Waiter in the Hotel Department. Viking is the third cruise company I have worked for, and this is my sixth contract.

In my role, I am responsible for making and serving drinks, cleaning up and washing, and keeping the bar tidy. My duties also include inventory checks, placing orders, and restocking supplies.
What part of your job energizes you the most?

It is the sense of encountering the unknown. I feel energized when I discover something new while making drinks, or when I come up with ideas I have never had before.

How did you start in this role, and what steps or support did Viking provide to help you grow?

I have always loved traveling and wanted to find a way to work while seeing the world, which led me to cruise ships. In a previous career, I worked as a photographer on a cruise ship, but after stepping away for a while, I gained experience as a barista in Karuizawa, Japan, and later in New Zealand. When I decided to return to shipboard life in a different role, I came across Viking’s recruitment for the Japan season and applied.

What skills or strengths have you developed since starting here?

I have deepened my overall knowledge of alcoholic beverages.

How would you describe the company culture—what makes working at Viking different or rewarding?

Viking has a culture of prioritizing hospitality. I find it wonderful that the management team takes the initiative to step onto the front lines.

What traits or mindset do you think are key to thrive in your role?

I believe attentiveness is essential.

What do you enjoy doing outside of work that keeps you balanced or inspired?

My greatest pleasure is taking a coffee break in the ports of call.
 

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