Ensemble

The Ensemble members perform both song and dance in various venues onboard as well as assist with the routine passenger's activities and help coordinate the evening's activities. This position dedicates a large amount of time to socialization with the guests and participation in shipboard activities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Participating in greeting and welcoming of our guests in on-board embarkation

• Performing in all on-board production shows

• Cleanliness and upkeep of all entertainment areas

• Hosting any onboard activities scheduled by the E.D.M.

• Performing at any/all entertainment venues as scheduled by the E.D.M. (This includes providing sheet music and scheduling rehearsal with the accompanist)

• Greeting guests in the lobby after each production show

• A minimum of 5 hours a week mingling/socializing in addition to scheduled activities

• Participating in vocal and choreography rehearsals as the Show Captain or E.D.M. see fit

• Adhering to any changes or additions to this list or any cruise layout

• Actively participates in embarking duties such as loading, unloading, luggage carrying, etc., as needed

• Participate and ensure participation of all USCG mandated drills and emergency procedures as directed

• 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 Required

Professional Certification(s) or License:

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

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills 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:

• At least four years of experience in a 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.