Executive Chef

1 day ago

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Malaysia Cruise Placement Full time

About Viking

Viking Cruises, established in 1997, is a world-leading luxury cruise brand operating global river, ocean, and expedition routes.

Awarded as the No.1 River and Ocean Cruise Line by Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure, Viking focuses on delivering cultural, culinary, and historical experiences to sophisticated travelers worldwide.

We are now recruiting Mandarin-speaking Executive Chefs and Sous Chefs to join our European River Cruise culinary team, serving Chinese and international guests on board.

Job Description

Executive Chef

  • Oversee overall kitchen operations, menu planning, and food presentation.
  • Supervise Sous Chefs, Cooks, and Kitchen Assistants to maintain quality, hygiene, and timing.
  • Create and adapt Chinese & Western fusion menus for international guests.
  • Control kitchen inventory, cost management, and HACCP standards.
  • Ensure smooth coordination between F&B and service teams.

Sous Chef

  • Assist Executive Chef in day-to-day kitchen management.
  • Supervise cooking sections (hot, cold, pastry) and ensure consistent output.
  • Support Chinese cuisine preparation, menu translation, and service timing.
  • Train junior cooks, ensure safety standards, and maintain clean working stations.

Requirements

  • Fluent in Mandarin (spoken & reading). English ability preferred.
  • Minimum 3–5 years of experience in hotel, restaurant, or cruise kitchen management.
  • Strong culinary background in Chinese and/or Western cuisine.
  • Knowledge of food hygiene, storage, and HACCP procedures.
  • Leadership, communication, and teamwork skills in an international environment.
  • Professional appearance and readiness for onboard living.
  • Appearance: No visible tattoos while in uniform

Interview Information

  • Online pre-screening (confirm experience and Chinese skill).
  • Final interview in Kuala Lumpur – November 27 (with Viking HR Director).​
  • Work Location: This is an overseas job based on a European River Cruise Ship, sailing on the Rhine / Danube routes.

How to Apply

  • Apply directly through Indeed
  • Or send your resume via WhatsApp for faster screening:
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Keywords: Executive Chef · Sous Chef · Chinese Cuisine · Western Cuisine · Cruise · River Cruise · Viking · Kitchen Manager · Mandarin Speaking · Chef de Cuisine · Culinary · Hospitality · Cruise Line · Chef Malaysia · Hotel Kitchen · F&B Management · Fine Dining · International Cruise Jobs

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Contract

Contract length: 8 months

Pay: RM14, RM22,000.00 per month

Benefits:

  • Additional leave
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunities for promotion
  • Professional development

Application Question(s):

  • What cuisines are you good at?

Experience:

  • Kitchen management: 2 years (Required)
  • Culinary: 8 years (Required)

Language:

  • Mandarin (Required)
  • English (Required)

Work Location: In person

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