Tailor/Linen Keeper

Tailor/Linen Keeper

US–Mississippi River

Full-time employment: Earn up to $40,000-$45,000 annually. All crewmembers receive a generous employee benefits package, including health insurance.

ABOUT VIKING
Viking was founded in 1997 and has grown to be the leading small ship travel company, offering destination-focused river, ocean and expedition voyages on all seven continents. Designed for experienced travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers guests The Thinking Person’s Cruise® in contrast to mainstream cruises.

With more than 250 awards to its name, the company currently operates a fleet of state-of-the-art ships that have received numerous accolades since their launch from industry experts and travelers alike. For the second year in a row, Viking was voted the #1 River Line and the #1 Ocean Line by Condé Nast Traveler in the publication’s 2022 Readers’ Choice Awards. Viking was also named #1 for both Rivers and Oceans by Travel Leisure in the 2022 World’s Best Awards making it the only cruise line to reach the top of its categories in both publications in the same year. Our main port is in New Orleans, LA with other ports along the Mississippi river. All transportation to and from the vessel are paid by Viking.

ROLE OVERVIEW

As part of our Mississippi Housekeeping team your job is to repair crew uniforms, guests’ clothing and all Hotel Department linen in accordance with Viking’s STAR Service Standards. You will report to the Laundry Lead.

WHY JOIN VIKING?

Elevate Your Career
Regardless of where you are on your career journey, Viking can help you in reaching new destinations with:

• Paid training program in skills and approach to premium hospitality services
• On-the-job coaching to help you advance rapidly
• A lifelong network of hospitality professionals

Onboard our ship

• Most common rotation schedule is 10-12 weeks on board, 3 weeks off. Main Port of Call is New Orleans, LA
• Lodging (shared cabin with 1 other crewmember), meals, Wi-Fi, uniforms, and laundry are free of charge for all crew members
• Travel to/from the ship provided by Viking
• Crew-only deck and dedicated recreational activities

Benefits year-round, on and off the ship

As a full-time employee, you are eligible for benefits such as:

• Viking pays for and provides more, better coverage: Health, vision, and dental insurance with very low premiums (some plans are fully paid by Viking)
• Referral program & retention bonus
• 401k savings plan with company matching all your contributions with an additional 4%

WHAT YOU WILL DO ON BOARD

• Repair linen, curtains, drapes, and guests' clothing
• Make alterations to guests’ clothing and company-issued uniforms for crew members
• Together with the Hotel Storekeeper, manage uniform store, and assist with uniform requisitions, inventory and distribution
• Ensure availability of sufficient sewing supplies and minimize equipment loss/damage
• Assist with linen inventories for Hotel department, as well as cleaning supplies

ABOUT YOU

• Must have excellent skills in tailoring operations and be familiar with all the functions and operations of the Hotel and Linen Departments; shipboard experience is an advantage
• Basic knowledge of storeroom operations and storing procedures is required
• Guest-focused, service-oriented, positive personality, professional appearance and impeccable hygiene standards
• Excellent knowledge of all public health policies

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS & AT WILL EMPLOYMENT:

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (green card) to work onboard the ship, as required by federal regulations
• Ability to satisfactorily pass a pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for marijuana and other controlled substances. We are a Drug-Free and Alcohol-Free workplace
• Viking Cruises is an At-Will Employer. As such your, employment with Viking is a voluntary one and is subject to termination with or without cause or notice, at any time by you or Viking. Nothing in this document or in any oral or written statement shall be interpreted to conflict with or limit the right to terminate employment at-will

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to comply with the Viking grooming including no visible tattoos, piercings, and more?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Tailoring/Alterations: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $40,000 - $45,000