Cabin Crew / Flight Attendant - Europe's Largest Airline Group
About the Role
Ryanair, Europe's Largest Airline Group, invites dedicated individuals to join its esteemed Cabin Crew team. This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of a dynamic workforce of over 16,000 Cabin Crew members, operating across Ryanair's expansive network of 90+ operational bases. The team is responsible for delivering best-in-class customer service to over 600,000 guests on more than 3,600 flights every single day.
A career as a Cabin Crew member with Ryanair offers immense rewards and a vibrant work environment. While it is a demanding position where passenger safety is the paramount priority, it provides unparalleled growth and exciting opportunities within the aviation industry. Ideal candidates will be highly customer-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and demonstrate exceptional enthusiasm.
Training & Career Progression
No prior experience in aviation is required, as comprehensive and world-leading training courses are meticulously designed to equip new recruits with all fundamental skills essential for delivering a safe and top-tier inflight experience. This training is provided completely free of charge. Upon successful completion, individuals will be awarded their 'Cabin Crew Wings' and prepared for their exciting career in the skies.
Joining the Ryanair Group Cabin Crew family offers immediate immersion into a vibrant company culture with endless career opportunities. Pathways for career progression include roles such as Cabin Supervisor, Base Supervisor, Regional Manager, or even aspiring to the position of Director of Inflight.
Key Responsibilities
- Delivering best-in-class customer service and ensuring an excellent inflight experience for all guests.
- Adhering to strict safety procedures and protocols, making safety the number one priority.
- Operating both early morning and late evening shifts, requiring adaptability to various shift patterns (e.g., reporting for duty as early as 5 AM on early rosters and returning home past midnight on afternoon rosters).
- Working effectively within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Engaging with passengers and colleagues in a friendly and professional manner.
Candidate Requirements
- Applicants must possess the unrestricted right to live and work in the EU and/or the ability to travel freely throughout the Ryanair network.
- Candidates must be approximately between 5' 2 (157 cm) and 6' 2 (188 cm) in height.
- The ability to swim 25 meters unaided, and while supporting another person, is essential.
- A hardworking, flexible, outgoing, and friendly personality is highly advantageous.
- Adaptability and willingness to work a varied shift roster.
- A genuine enjoyment of interacting with the public and the proven ability to deliver excellent customer service with a proactive 'can-do' attitude.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English, with the capacity to successfully pass an English Language Assessment.
- A passion for travel and meeting diverse individuals.
Important Application Information:
As part of the application process, candidates are required to successfully complete a mandatory English proficiency test and a situational judgment test. Non-completion of these assessments will lead to disqualification from progressing to the interview stage.
What We Offer (Benefits)
Successful candidates will benefit from unparalleled perks, fostering a rewarding and stable career:
- Complimentary, internationally recognised Cabin Crew Training Course.
- Daily per diem allowance during training.
- Uncapped sales bonus potential.
- Unlimited and highly discounted staff travel across Ryanair's extensive network of over 250 destinations.
- A fixed '5 days on, 3 days off' roster pattern, ensuring work-life balance.
- An adventurous and enriching career experience within our extensive Cabin Crew network.
- Opportunities to explore new cultures and cities with colleagues during days off.
- Complimentary uniform in the first year, followed by an annual allowance.
- The security of employment with a financially stable airline.
- Contract type (direct or agency) may vary depending on the operational base.
Core Competencies
- Customer Service Excellence
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Effective Sales Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration