Rail Guide

Description

Service Excellence. Performance. Integrity. Teamwork. Consistency. Innovation.

As a Rail Guide on board the train, you will be providing a narrative of the scenery and historical reference points throughout the rail journey. You will play a large role in the overall guest experience and success of our operations. You will the first and last person the guests see while riding the train. In this role, you will also be responsible for ensuring the safety and cleanliness of our domed cars as well as assisting in the daily Food and Beverage operations onboard the train.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform a variety of advanced customer service tasks.
• Provide information and narration for guests while traveling on board our rail cars.
• Take an active role in the dome food and beverage service.
• Respond to queries from coworkers, management, and guests.
• Promote a safe and comfortable experience for guests on board.
• Present and distribute retail items for purchase.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum age of 21 years is required to serve alcohol in the state of Alaska.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check.
• Minimum age of 18 years is required to reside in company housing, where available.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States. Holland America-Princess is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time (e.g., H-2B status).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Have current or be able to obtain an Alaska Food Handlers Card and Techniques of Alcohol Management course.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work, and maintain attention to time constraints, while working in a team or group environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and external influences.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while achieving daily goals.
• Ability to support and comply with company policies, procedures, and guidelines including support and comply with company health and safety standards.
• Ability to stand/walk/work on feet for a minimum of 8 hours per day.

Benefits

• Travel - FREE CRUISE AFTER YOUR FIRST SEASON!
• Reward for Referral Program
• Experience – Of a lifetime!
• Rewards & Incentives
• Community Service
• Employee Activities
• Professional Growth

HAP Alaska Yukon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

About Holland America/Princess Alaska-Yukon Land Operations

We’re a collaboration of Princess Cruises and Holland America Line, innovators in Alaska tourism and advocates for the environment. We offer guests adventure, comfort, and a variety of lifetime memories—whether sailing past glaciers, cozying up in a wilderness lodge, or spotting a bear from a dome-window rail car.

Our teams participate in HAP’s sustainability program, aka “Sustain Alaska & the Yukon”, and efforts by actively recycling (where available), reducing waste, and educating guests about our commitment to the environment.

We are dedicated to delivering excellent customer service to all guests, coworkers, and vendors and provide a safe workplace for all team members and a safe vacation experience for all guests.

HAP is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment.

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