About the Role
Solairus Aviation seeks a full-time Flight Attendant to join an operation based at White Plains, NY (KHPN). This role is responsible for delivering superior service to passengers aboard a Gulfstream G650ER, ensuring their safety and comfort during flights. The ideal candidate will be a flexible team player with a passion for culinary arts and a willingness to undertake varied responsibilities around the clock.
Responsibilities
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Provide a high level of service to clients, ensuring the safety and comfort of all passengers during flights.
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Direct and assist passengers in emergencies.
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Administer basic first aid, including CPR, AED, and first aid, to passengers in distress.
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Secure the cabin in compliance with federal regulations before take-off and landing.
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Reassure passengers during turbulence or other unsettling situations.
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Conduct preflight briefings.
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Ensure all necessary supplies, including food, beverages, blankets, reading materials, and emergency equipment, are on board and sufficient for the trip and number of passengers.
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Shop for items specially requested by passengers for their flight.
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Inspect, clean, and stock the cabin, galley, lavatories, and flight deck after each leg, ensuring the aircraft is always prepared, cleaned, and stocked for flight.
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Conduct periodic cabin checks to ensure passenger comfort and cleanliness.
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Complete preflight, in-flight, and post-flight paperwork.
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Operate audio and video systems.
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Operate all features of the Cabin Management Systems.
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Operate all galley equipment.
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Operate all cabin features, including berthing seats and configuring the divan into a bed.
Requirements
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Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations.
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First Aid Training Certification.
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5+ years of experience as a Corporate Flight Attendant.
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Must be technologically savvy.
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Must have flexibility and patience.
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Must possess culinary skills and have culinary-specific training.
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Able to manage a constantly changing schedule and late-night flights.
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Available to fly on short notice (2-3 hour response if on Standby).
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Unrestricted ability to travel worldwide (consider health and visa status).
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Able to deploy for up to 16 consecutive days.
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Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
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High level of attention to detail.
Qualifications
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Flight attendant-specific training from FlightSafety, FACTs, or similar is preferred.
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Annual recurrent training is required.
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Candidates without formal flight attendant training may be considered based on other qualifications but must attend initial flight attendant training before flight assignment.
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Preference is given to candidates who have completed FlightSafety, FACTs, or similar training within the past 12 months.
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College degree is preferred.
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Ability to speak one or more foreign languages fluently is preferred.
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Experience with small children is preferred.
Physical Requirements
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Vision must be correctable to 20/20 or better with glasses or contact lenses. Uncorrected vision should be no worse than 20/20.
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Must be able to read reports, charts, manage post-flight paperwork, and use a computer, smartphone, and/or iPad device.
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Must be able to speak clearly.
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Must have adequate hearing to communicate effectively over the phone and in person with clients, co-workers, and pilots, even when the aircraft is in flight.
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Must be physically capable and strong enough to walk and stand without assistance.
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Must be able to stand for up to 14 hours with limited ability to sit.
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Must be able to work long hours in various climates.
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Must be able to kneel in the luggage compartment to load trip supplies and luggage.
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Must be able to maneuver in tight confinements within the aircraft.
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Must be able to push open/pull closed the main cabin door, which weighs up to 130 pounds.
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Must be able to write, type, use a computer and a phone, and prepare/cook and serve food and beverages.
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Must be able to lift supplies weighing approximately 25 to 30 pounds, from floor level to waist high repeatedly.