Being a member of a cabin crew for a commercial airline is rewarding, customer facing role with substantial responsibilities. Welcoming passengers on board, ensuring safety regulations are followed, serving passengers their in-flight meals and providing first aid as required are some of the tasks a flight attendant or cabin crew member can expect to carry out. Whether such a position is gained on a long or short haul airline, it usually offers the chance to see a number of different countries.
This page lists recruitment agencies that specialise in finding candidates for local, national and international airlines.
Cabin crew positions, particularly on high profile airlines, are often much sought after. Along with job satisfaction and the opportunity to travel to new cities and countries, working as a flight attendant or member of cabin crew also offers the chance to progress further within the airline industry.
Starting salaries for cabin crew can be quite modest, but are often bolstered by various benefits and expenses, such as provision of accommodation, help with food costs whilst out of your home country, and assistance with transport costs. Each airline will differ as regards the benefits it offers its employees.
Both temporary and permanent contracts are available in this type of role. Annual pay increases and improved benefits can be expected the longer a position is held at an airline.