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Under the supervision of the Chief Housekeeper, the Housekeeping Attendant’s duty is to see that an assigned number of passenger staterooms, officer staterooms, common areas and work areas are maintained in a timely fashion and in impeccable condition of cleanliness. These areas are to be provided with supplies, company literature and amenities for the total satisfaction of the passengers and crewmembers that will exceed expectations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Make introductions to passengers and explain what services you will be providing to them daily, throughout the cruise
• Learn passenger names in your assigned area and use them in greeting and conversing with them, being certain to speak with each one daily
• Maintain safe and sanitary conditions at all time. All FDA, Coast Guard and Maritime Security guidelines are to be followed at all times
• Clean passenger and officer staterooms impeccably, on a daily basis - including private verandas
• To report any maintenance issues found in your assigned staterooms or passenger areas on a daily basis
• To properly stock, use and place cleaning carts as instructed
• To place designated information and amenities in passenger staterooms
• To stay personally current on cruise events and programs in order to answer any passenger questions
• Assist in removal of room service equipment (dining room trays, dishes, etc.) from passenger staterooms to appropriate locations. These items should never be left in passenger corridors or elevator lobbies
• Assist in controlling circulating inventory (linens, soaps, etc.) and properly store dirty linens and garbage according to policies established by the Chief Housekeeper and the American Queen Steamboat Company
• Clean corridors, carpet and change light bulbs in assigned rooms or as assigned by Chief Housekeeper/Assistant Chief Housekeeper
• Assist other crewmembers with their duties whenever directed or whenever necessary to accomplish overall team goals of providing exemplary service to our passengers.
• Maintain a level of courtesy and professionalism in conversing with all passengers, co-workers and management at all times.
• Assist with monthly inventories as assigned. May be required to inventory maintenance issues
• Depending on vessel, this position may be required to assist in other areas of the Housekeeping department, such as Laundry and/or Porter
• Required to attend all meetings scheduled by the Chief Housekeeper or senior management
• To read and follow all memos/directives as issued by company management
• 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 Required
• 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 communications skills
• Ability to interact with individuals at all levels in a pleasant and professional manner
• Logically and independently plan, organize and complete work assignments
• Must maintain a neat, clean and professional appearance

Experience:

• At least two to four years of experience required 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.
• Compensation starts at $60/day worked + gratuities and increases to $80/day worked + gratuities after 90 days of employment.

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

Our Values - RESPECT:

At City Experiences 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 and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicants or employees based upon their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics prohibited by applicable law.

Additionally, we encourage all qualified applicants including those with past arrest or conviction records to apply. The Company participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.