An Exciting Opportunity at Edelweiss Air AG
Edelweiss Air AG invites experienced aviation professionals to apply for a permanent position as a Senior Cabin Crew Member (Chef de Cabine). This is an exceptional opportunity for individuals with a proven background as a Purser or Maître de Cabine to bring their expertise to Switzerland's leading leisure airline.
The successful candidate will initially undergo comprehensive basic training as a Cabin Crew Member. Subsequently, they will complete the specialized Senior Cabin Crew Member ("SC") training, commencing with short-haul operations before progressing to long-haul routes.
Key Information
- Professional Field: Flight Attendant / Cabin Crew
- Entry Level: Direct Entry
- Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time
Core Responsibilities
The Senior Cabin Crew Member will play a pivotal role in ensuring an exceptional passenger experience and maintaining the highest safety standards. Key duties include:
- Ensuring the efficient and safe execution of flight operations, strictly adhering to all prescribed safety and service guidelines.
- Coordinating and proactively planning all onboard tasks and procedures, strategically deploying crew members based on their individual skills and training levels.
- Championing the company's mission to deliver outstanding, friendly, and customer-centric service that exceeds expectations.
- Executing necessary administrative tasks, including comprehensive reporting, to uphold holistic quality assurance standards.
- Fostering professional and collaborative relationships with cockpit crews, management, and various internal and external stakeholders.
Employee Benefits
Edelweiss Air AG values its employees and offers a competitive benefits package:
- Profit-sharing scheme
- Subsidized parking facilities or public transport options
- 13th-month salary
- Attractive travel benefits
- Exclusive employee events, including summer parties and participation in sports competitions
- Various employee discounts
Candidate Requirements
Applicants must possess a minimum of two years of flight experience, with at least one year served in a Senior Cabin Crew Member capacity. Essential qualifications include:
- Excellent proficiency in German and English, alongside good working knowledge (B1 level) of French, Italian, or Spanish.
- Possession of a Swiss or EU passport, demonstrating a strong affinity for Switzerland, including an understanding of Swiss German.
- A professional and well-groomed appearance, meeting a minimum height requirement of 158cm.
- Demonstrated confidence, exceptional reliability, and impeccable interpersonal skills.
- Proactive communication regarding operational processes and crew performance, coupled with strong conflict resolution abilities.
- High levels of conscientiousness and a profound sense of responsibility.
Note on Language Proficiency: Proof of B1 level can be provided via a diploma from a language school or course. Candidates without a current language diploma may still apply; in such cases, the language requirement will be contractually stipulated, and the diploma must be submitted prior to the commencement of SC training (approximately 4-5 months after employment begins).
About Edelweiss Air AG
As Switzerland's premier leisure airline, Edelweiss Air AG is dedicated to transporting its guests to the world's most breathtaking destinations. The company prides itself on an open culture built on appreciation, enthusiasm, and professionalism, committed to delivering outstanding, innovative, and distinctly Swiss product and service quality to its global clientele.