NOW HIRING FOR THE 2023 SAILING SEASON!

The Band Member is responsible for playing one instrument or a variety of instruments with the purpose of entertaining others; compose original music or perform covers for an audience. Participate in bands, orchestras, choirs, or play independently.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in the dockside/hotel check-in process
• Participate in greeting and welcoming of our guests in onboard embarkation
• Perform in all onboard production shows
• Cleanliness and up keep of all entertainment areas.
• Host any onboard activities as scheduled
• Perform at any/all entertainment venues as scheduled, (including providing sheet music and scheduling rehearsal with the accompanist)
• Participate in rehearsals as the Band Leader or Entertainment Director see fit
• Participating in weekly all-crew tasks including, but not limited to, operating a computer for weekly guest embarkation, emergency drills, loading stores, carrying trash, cleaning crew areas, handling luggage, transporting co-workers using company vehicles
• Make hospitality standards an important part of day-to-day duties
• Participate and ensure participation of all USCG mandated drills and emergency procedures as directed
• Actively participates in embarking duties such as loading, unloading, luggage carrying, etc., as needed
• Performs other duties if required since above stated describe only a regular working day and may not be inclusive of every task needed to achieve results

Requirements & Qualifications

Education:

• HS Diploma or Equivalent Require
• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred or an equivalent of experience

Professional Certification(s) or License:

• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) – if applicable, and/or ability to obtain and maintain
• Copy of DD214, if Veteran status
• Valid Driver's License

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be fluent in English
• Ability to interact with individuals at all levels in a pleasant and professional manner
• Proficiency with MS Office applications
• Ability to train and supervise employees
• Logically and independently plan, organize and complete work assignments
• Must maintain a neat, clean and professional appearance

Experience:

• Four years of experience in position with similar duties and responsibilities
• Cruise industry experience preferred

Physical:

• Must submit to and pass mandated USCG physical
• Ability to meet and maintain the maximum onboard bunk bed capacity of 300 lbs.
• Ability to conduct work in a marine environment that is subject to some/all the following: confined spaces, uneven surfaces, variations in temperature, wake, and motion
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders

Other:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Submit to and pass alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the USCG including but not limited to pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident/incident testing.
• This position pays $175/day worked

• Additional requirements may be required depending on the physical needs of the role

Our Values - RESPECT:

At Hornblower Group and American Queen Voyages, our mission is to create amazing experiences – not only for our guests, but our employees. Our company values (RESPECT) allow us to live out our mission of creating amazing experiences.

RESPECT stands for: Respect, Environment, Safety First, Professionalism, Exceed, Communication and Teamwork.

EEO - Equal Opportunity Employment

The Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, the Company participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.