Flight Attendant
United States - California - Foster City
Legal & Compliance
Regular
Job Description
About us
Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company that has pursued and achieved breakthroughs in medicine for more than three decades, with the goal of creating a healthier world for all people. The company is committed to advancing innovative medicines to prevent and treat life-threatening diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis, and cancer. Gilead operates in more than 35 countries worldwide, with headquarters in Foster City, California.
About the Role
Gilead is seeking a
Flight Attendant
to join a close-knit team based out of the San Jose Airport. This key position reports directly to the PIC during the assigned flight and administratively to the Lead Flight Attendant on all other matters.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsibilities for this key role include but are not limited to:
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Assists the flight crew in the safe and efficient conduct of the flight.
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Notifies the PIC immediately of any emergency situation in the cabin or any inoperative equipment.
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Participates in the Safety Management System.
Duties
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Ensures that the appropriate safety equipment is onboard and in an operating condition;
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Understands the proper use of safety equipment;
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Instructs passengers on the use and location of aircraft emergency equipment;
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Instructs and assists passengers during an aircraft emergency;
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Performs specified safety actions in the event of an onboard emergency;
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Understands all details of the flight from the crew briefing;
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Maintains the aircraft cabin, baggage, and galley area in an orderly, safe, and secure fashion;
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Stocks and maintains standardization within the aircraft cabin.
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Provides menu planning, catering, and food preparation and presentation;
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Ensures food safety;
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Assists passengers and ensures their comfort throughout the flight and upon arrival;
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Assumes any duties delegated by the Chief Pilot and/or PIC.
Experience/ Knowledge / Qualifications:
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A minimum of five years’ experience as a Corporate Flight Attendant with High School Diploma or 4+ with AA
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Has a college degree (preferred);
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Possesses knowledge and training in aircraft safety procedures and the use of aircraft safety equipment, to include first aid kits, oxygen equipment, survival equipment, and AED;
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Demonstrates familiarity with meal planning, safe food storage and handling, international and domestic catering procurement and inflight meal service;
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Possesses advanced administrative, communication, and aircraft safety skills necessary to coordinate with the aircrew and attend to passenger needs.
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Experience in the Gulfstream G650 and/or Falcon 2000 (preferred)
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Flight attendant specific training from Flight Safety, FACTs or similar is preferred. Annual recurrent training is required. Preference shown to candidates who have completed Flight Safety, FACTs or similar training within the past 12 months.
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Available to fly on short notice (4-hour response if on standby)
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Unrestricted ability to travel worldwide (consider health and visa status)
Gilead Core Values:
Integrity (Doing What’s Right);
Inclusion (Encouraging Diversity);
T
eamwork (Working Together);
Excellence (Being Your Best);
Accountability (Taking Personal Responsibility).