Youth Staff FLEX
Fixed Term ContractJob Overview
By applying to this position, your application will be submitted to Princess Cruises' internal Talent Acquisition team.
A professional recruiter will contact you shortly if your qualifications align with our hiring requirements.
As the world's leading cruise line, we understand that our guests have high expectations of us, and we have high expectations of our team members.
We appreciate your patience as we carefully review each candidate.
Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises! The employer of choice in the cruise industry, our fleet of Love Boats offer exceptional facilities and extensive professional development and recreational programs for our valued teammates who hail from more than 60 countries around the globe.
A professional recruiter will contact you shortly if your qualifications align with our hiring requirements.
As the world's leading cruise line, we understand that our guests have high expectations of us, and we have high expectations of our team members.
We appreciate your patience as we carefully review each candidate.
Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises! The employer of choice in the cruise industry, our fleet of Love Boats offer exceptional facilities and extensive professional development and recreational programs for our valued teammates who hail from more than 60 countries around the globe.
An iconic brand beloved by millions, we love people who love what they do and work together to help our guests create a lifetime of wonderful memories while providing friendly, attentive and authentic service like only Princess can.
As a member of the Princess Family, you’ll enjoy a truly adventurous career with excellent incentives, unlimited opportunities for growth, and ports of call that will leave you breathless.
Key Responsibilities
During certain times of the year, the number of children and teenagers on board can be significant. The Youth Center is heavily utilized during these busy sailing periods, with hundreds of children participating in various activities.
As a Youth Staff FLEX, you will be responsible for entertaining young passengers and helping to make their cruise an unforgettable experience. You will be expected to provide supervision and actively participate in all youth events and activities
Youth Staff FLEX are typically assigned to work with children of varying ages at the discretion of the Youth Manager and their responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Actively supervise children and maintain a safe and secure center.
- Engage with parents and children, assist with program inquiries, and provide the highest level of customer service.
- Organize and lead activities, such as games, icebreakers, parties, sports, arts and crafts.
- Conduct sign in/out, facilitate meal service, prepare supplies and equipment for activities, conduct clean up at completion.
- Supervise groups of children in a venue outside of the Youth Center.
- Encourage participation in activities and actively respond to guest needs.
- Work on select port days as assigned by the Youth Manager.
- Assist the Youth Manager plan and prepare activity schedules for all age groups.
Note: This is a seasonal job opportunity and successful candidates will be expected to be on call and deployed seasonally based on projected guest counts. Employment assignments range from one to six weeks and are not always guaranteed.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Formal education or credential in education, recreation, or related field is strongly preferred.
- A minimum of two years previous work experience in a youth-related field is required; this may include learning, recreation, teaching or similar.
- Fluent English language skills, both verbal and written.
- Knowledge of additional languages is preferred.
- Understanding of the foundation of guest service; ability and willingness to deliver outstanding service to our guests.
- Motivation to excel in all aspects of job duties and responsibilities.
- Personable communicator with outstanding social skills and a warm, friendly, and caring personality.
- Ability to continuously surprise and delight guests throughout their cruise experience.
- Commitment to establish and maintain courteous and professional working relationships in a diverse cultural environment.