Description
Corporate Flight Attendant/Travel Assistant
A Corporate Flight Attendant/Travel Assistant is responsible for utilizing their safety certification and FA training skills to ensure the safety and comfort of the client and client guests on-board the aircraft. This is a unique position that is best suited for an experienced flight attendant who is adept at delivering an absolute elite level of client service. The selected person will function most often within a Travel Assistant capacity. The expectation is to become comprehensively familiar with the client’s flight needs and preferences while performing all flight attendant duties specifically for the client. To best facilitate the sole focus being the client, the selected person will additionally be accompanied by another scheduled flight attendant who will perform all non-client focused Corporate Flight Attendant duties. Travel on average for around 20 trips per year, subject to fluctuate according to client needs. Being flexible and dependable to fulfill flight schedule needs is key for this position. Some weeks will have no flights; other weeks will consist of several flying days. This position is afforded a comprehensive benefits package, 401k with company match, company credit cards for actual expenses, a competitive guaranteed annual salary and conveniently departs out of KTTN. The selected candidate is expected to live or to relocate to live within a reasonable commute of KTTN; relocation assistance may be offered.
Responsibilities to include (but are not limited to):
Maintain proficiency and follow standard aircraft operating procedures.
Responsible for ensuring the consistent delivery of superior in-flight service.
Ensure compliance and consistency with client policies, in-flight service, safety standards and FAA regulations.
Successfully complete all initial and recurrent Safety Training and other training mandated by the client.
Work occasional extended shifts up to 16 hours in a day.
Travel will include day trips as well as overnights in a variety of cities as determined by the client.
Work well independently and in a team environment.
Work in a wide variety of climatic conditions for extended periods of time including extreme heat and cold.
Operate, unassisted, all exits onboard the aircraft in both emergency and normal mode.
Follow uniform procedures and maintain uniform pieces.
Be flexible and adapt to schedule changes as needed.
Comply with Flight attendant Manual, client policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
Required qualifications:
Must have corporate / business aviation experience, 5 years preferred.
AED/CPR certification within 24 months.
Cabin / Emergency Safety training within 24 months from a preferred vendor (Flight Safety, Jeff Hare Safety, Beyond & Above, FACTS, CAPS, Inflight Training Solutions).
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Strong culinary/fine dining experience preferred.
Must have a high level of emotional intelligence and be intuitive to anticipate needs of C-Suite level passengers.
Must have excellent communication skills and communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Project a friendly, professional, and confident personality with the ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to meet rigorous physical duty requirements including pushing and pulling up to 75 lbs.
Must be able to lift 50lbs from floor to above the shoulder height.
Must be fluent in speaking, reading, and writing English and be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.