Train Attendant (Part Time) - WPB

Brightline Trains; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightline Trains in Florida is hiring a Train Attendant to join the Onboard Service team. You will assist guests to seats, deliver Food & Beverage, explain menu options, and handle guest concerns with a friendly, professional approach while ensuring safety on a moving train.

The role requires flexibility to work any shift, including weekends and holidays, and may involve lifting up to 50 pounds. Expect up to 75% travel as part of the job, with a competitive compensation and benefits package

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of six (6) months’ experience in guest service, sales, or food & beverage service.
• Must be able and willing to work any shift, as well as on weekends and holidays based on operational needs and train schedules as necessary.
• Must be able to complete Food Handler and Responsible Vendor certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist Guests in locating seats and escort as appropriate; confirm seat assignments.
• Provide Food & Beverage service to Guests throughout the train using QR ordering and cart service.
• Prepare and serve hot/cold beverages and snacks adhering to Brightline standards.

Skills

Guest service

Customer interaction

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college or vocational training

Job description

Your Purpose

As a Train Attendant, you will be an integral part of the Onboard Service team, playing a crucial role in ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for our Guests.

If you’re a people-person looking for a role where you’ll be empowered to own your zone, inspired to learn, and have the confidence to bounce back from setbacks, this is the perfect opportunity!

Pay rate - $20.00 an hour plus tips

Your Role [Essential Functions]:

Guest Services

• Assist Guests in locating their seats and escort them as appropriate. Provide assistance with Guest baggage where feasible. Confirming seat assignments
• Provide Food & Beverage service to Guests throughout the train, using strategic selling techniques (QR ordering, cart service).
• Have complete knowledge of all F&B menu offerings.
• Prepare and serve hot and cold beverages along with snacks adhering to Company standards; ensure Guests are satisfied with their selections and engage in friendly conversation throughout.
• Serve alcoholic beverages adhering to Company established standards, including visually checking and verifying proper identification.
• Assist in handling, diffusing, and solving escalated Guest concerns in an open, friendly, professional, and confident manner.
• Pay close attention to Guests with special needs, Guests with children, or Guests with heavy luggage, and assist as needed.
• Ensure that all possible assistance and information is provided to Guests during regular and irregular service.

Communication and Coordination

• Assist the Onboard team in using designated communication systems to confirm the train is ready for departure and arrival.
• Maintain communication with the Onboard team on the train and leadership throughout the shift as needed.
• Deliver public address announcements according to standard, providing friendly journey information and a positive message to Guests.
• Ensure that all possible assistance and information is provided to Guests during periods of service disruption.
• Work with Ancillary team and leadership to coordinate and maintain marketing efforts within onboard events.
• Monitor and review all Brightline communication channels, including our company intranet, bConnected, during work hours to ensure all company and department communications and notifications are promptly reviewed.
• Coordinate and physically execute the movement, placement, and retrieval of service carts between trains, platforms, and Commissary locations to support onboard service operations.

Safety and Compliance

• Ensure that all Onboard activities are carried out safely and to Brightline’s standards of quality.
• Report safety concerns to the Onboard Supervisor immediately.
• Follow Company protocols to manage any unscheduled or emergency situations as trained.
• Inspect service support areas to ensure adherence to Company sanitation requirements.

Inventory and Financial Management

• Process credit card transactions for purchases via a mobile Point of Sale device.
• Receive and inspect all F&B carts with Train and Commissary Attendants to ensure all products are consistent with our opening inventory for the designated shift.
• Monitor onboard offerings and inventory levels and advise the Onboard Supervisor on needed items.

Training and Reporting

• Assist in training newly hired Train Attendants on Brightline’s steps of service and safety standards.

Maintenance and Cleanliness

• Provide light cleaning and resetting of the train, including passenger areas and restrooms, at station turn-around and final terminals.

Managerial Responsibility

• None

Experience & Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required, some college or vocational training preferred.
• Minimum of six (6) months’ experience in guest service, sales, or food & beverage service.
• Must be able and willing to work any shift, as well as on weekends and holidays based on operational needs and train schedules as necessary.
• Must be able to complete Food Handler and Responsible Vendor certification within 90 days of hire.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of safety protocols and the ability to report concerns promptly.
• Understanding foodborne illness prevention and health regulations.
• Proven ability to effectively interact with Guests, management, and Teammates under pressure.
• Skilled in professionally handling and resolving escalated Guest concerns using strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the adaptability to handle a variety of situations.
• Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills for engaging with Guests, Teammates, and stakeholders. Ability to clearly convey information and instructions.
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance in accordance with Brightline standards.
• Good physical condition to handle the demands of the job, including performing all safety-related procedures in a moving train environment and performing manual tasks. Capable of climbing, pushing, pulling, walking, standing, and bending repeatedly for extended periods, frequently lifting and/or moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able and willing to work any shift or on weekends and holidays based on operational needs as necessary. Brightline operates on a continuous schedule that is subject to change.

Work Environment

Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. Occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Physical Demands

Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. This position is very active and the employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl all day. The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 pounds. No specific vision requirements. Objects weighing 70 pounds or more must be accompanied by a second individual to avoid injury.

Travel

75%

Combine your experience, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit by joining our growing team in Florida. Brightline is pleased to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and the opportunity to make a difference while making history as the only privately funded rapid rail service in the country.

Brightline is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Brightline will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.