Youth Staff

Princess Cruises; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company-paid travel to and from the ship

Access to exclusive areas and benefits onboard

Recreation and welfare programs

Learning and development opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

A leading cruise line is seeking Youth Staff to implement and supervise youth programs aboard their ships. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a youth-related field, provide excellent guest service, and ensure a welcoming atmosphere for children and teens. This role offers competitive salary and the chance to travel globally with a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years previous work experience in a youth-related field is required.
• Formal education or credential in education or related field is strongly preferred.
• Medical First Aid / BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Implements and supervises youth programs and activities.
• Delivers a welcoming and entertaining youth experience for guests.
• Supports development and execution of youth initiatives.

Skills

Fluent English

Social skills

Guest service

Communication skills

Understanding of youth-related activities

Education

Formal education in education or related field

Job description

Youth Staff

Department: Youth Staff

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: Global

Reporting To: Youth Activities Manager

Description

By applying to this position, your application will be submitted to Princess Cruises' internal Talent Acquisition team. A professional recruiter will contact you shortly if your qualifications align with our hiring requirements. As the world's leading cruise line, we understand that our guests have high expectations of us, and we have high expectations of our team members. We appreciate your patience as we carefully review each candidate.

Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises! The employer of choice in the cruise industry, our fleet of Love Boats offer exceptional facilities and extensive professional development and recreational programs for our valued teammates who hail from more than 60 countries around the globe.

An iconic brand beloved by millions, we love people who love what they do and work together to help our guests create a lifetime of wonderful memories while providing friendly, attentive and authentic service like only Princess can.

As a member of the Princess Family, you’ll enjoy a truly adventurous career with excellent incentives, unlimited opportunities for growth, and ports of call that will leave you breathless.

Key Responsibilities

• Implements and supervises programs and activities for children and teens in accordance will all safety requirements and Company guidelines.
• Consistently delivers a welcoming and entertaining youth experience for our guests in accordance to brand standards.
• Owns their experience area and supports the development, implementation, and execution of initiatives; follows the Youth Program activity schedule as created by the Youth Activities Manager.
• Provides excellent service by demonstrating enthusiasm and genuine interest while both parents and children.
• Helps the Youth Activities Manager plan and prepare activity schedules for all age groups per departmental policies and procedures.
• Monitors inventory of supplies and equipment, and communicates procurement needs to Youth Activities Manager.
• Assists with prompt and accurate Youth Program documentation and administration, including registration cards, sign-in sheets and forms, guest in Focus files, and incident reports.
• Consistently exceeds the Entertainment Youth and Family Experience defined targets by driving a personalized guest and teammate centric and experience culture.
• Participates productively in Youth Staff meetings, orientations for new staff, and training and development programs as directed by the Youth Activities Manager.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Formal education or credential in education or related field is strongly preferred.
• A minimum of two years previous work experience in a youth-related field is required; this may include learning, recreation, teaching or similar.
• Fluent English language skills, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of additional languages is preferred.
• Understanding of the foundation of guest service; ability and willingness to deliver outstanding service to our guests.
• Motivation to excel in all aspects of job duties and responsibilities.
• Personable communicator with outstanding social skills and a warm, friendly, and caring personality.
• Ability to continuously surprise and delight guests throughout their cruise experience.
• Commitment to establish and maintain courteous and professional working relationships in a diverse cultural environment.
• Medical First Aid / BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification required.

Job Benefits

Embark on a career adventure like no other! As part of the Princess Cruises team, you’ll enjoy:

• A competitive salary package.
• Your comfortable double cabin - your space to relax and recharge.
• Company-paid travel to and from the ship, so you can focus on the journey ahead.
• Access to exclusive areas and benefits onboard (depending on the rank and occupational group).
• A vibrant recreation and welfare program designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.
• Access to exceptional learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.
• The chance to travel the world, exploring exciting destinations while doing what you love.
• A welcoming, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued.

Join us and become part of a global team that’s passionate about delivering unforgettable experiences—both for our guests and for one another.