Port & Shopping Guide - American candidates only for Alaska itinerary

Just Cruis'n Recruitment is seeking qualified  Port Shopping Guides  to live and work aboard ships in Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises fleets sailing in the Caribbean, Alaska and Europe.  The Port Shopping Guides serve as ambassadors not only for the company, but also for the cruise lines and the merchant and brand partners.

On the ships, Port Shopping Guides give Port Shopping Talks and specialty seminars and provide cruise passengers with information about the exciting shopping opportunities that await in each port of call. In the ports, Port Shopping Guides serve as a point of contact with all merchant partner store representatives.

Serious applications only please.

Responsibilities and Duties

• This is not your typical 9-to-5 job. Being a Port Shopping Guide is a lifestyle—one with near-limitless potential and opportunity for growth in the exciting cruise industry.
• Wake up in a different paradise every day.
• Live on the world's biggest, best, and top-rated cruise ships—in your own stateroom.
• Enjoy many of the same onboard amenities as cruise-ship guests, including world-class dining venues, exciting entertainment, luxury spas and salons, state-of-the-art fitness centers, and more.
• Work in some of the world's most exotic and beautiful ports of call.
• Set your own schedule, as you are essentially your own boss.
• Meet people from all over the world. Cruise guests sailing on Royal Caribbean and Celebrity ships are savvy, sophisticated travelers who chose to vacation on the best ships at sea.
• Forge professional relationships with representatives of internationally renowned luxury brands, including Cartier, Gucci, Fendi, and more.
• Enjoy performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Be supported by a dedicated team at corporate ' high-tech headquarters in Miami Beach.
• Receive on-the-job training.
• Hone your sales and presentation skills—unmatched experience for anyone interested in pursuing a career in the luxury sales arena.

New hires commence as Associates for the first contract until they are qualified and ready for the Port & Shopping guide position.

As a Port Shopping Guide, every cruise you take will be a little bit different than the last. Here's a sample of what life your life will be like as a Port Shopping Guide on a four-day itinerary.

DAY 1:

Welcome Aboard Video
Presentation Preparation

DAY 2: AT SEA

Port Shopping Talk
Diamond & Gemstone Seminar
Port Shopping Desk Hours
Targeted VIP Referrals

DAY 3: IN PORT

Gangway Duty
Retailer Visits
Special Port Shopping Events
Customer Relations
DAY 4: AT SEA

Port Shopping Desk Hours
Customer Relations

QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal Port Shopping Guide candidate is a highly motivated, ethical, sales-driven individual who is comfortable with public speaking and ready to embark on a challenging and potentially lucrative adventure. Key attributes include organization, focus, dedication, and commitment to excellence. Previous onboard experience is not required.

Qualified applicants will be contacted for a preliminary and will be required to present two brief scripts on video as part of the application process as this position requires key candidates with excellent public skills on camera and in front of the guests onboard.