Cunard - Entertainment Host Casting Day - Reading, UK - 24 September 2026

Love entertainment, travel and creating unforgettable moments?

With Cunard, working at sea is more than a job — it’s a lifestyle. Sail to extraordinary destinations across the globe, from Alaska to Japan and over 70 countries in between, while building lifelong friendships and memories you’ll never forget. Join one of the world’s most iconic cruise brands and be part of a team that brings joy and connection to guests every single day.

We’re hosting an in‑person Entertainment Host Casting Day in Reading, UK on Thursday 24 September, recruiting for the following exciting roles:

Entertainment Host

• Lead fun, engaging activities such as trivia, sports and themed events
• Host social gatherings and act as a welcoming Cunard ambassador
• Deliver dance and movement classes for guests
• Introduce live performers across various venues
• Support safety and emergency duties as part of the wider team

Entertainment Host Senior – DJ

• Act as a resident DJ across a range of venues
• Host karaoke, bingo, trivia and deck games
• Create music experiences that appeal to a wide and varied audience

Entertainment Dance Host

• Dance with guests each evening, covering ballroom styles
• Deliver dance classes and support a range of hosted activities
• Host quizzes, karaoke and daytime entertainment events
• Support and engage solo travelling guests through hosted social events
• Carry out safety duties as part of the wider team

About You
Due to the variety of roles we’re recruiting for, we’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate some of the experience below:

• Hosting or performing experience within a live theatre or entertainment environment
• Current or recent resident or wedding DJ experience, with the ability to read a crowd and play music from the 1960s to present day
• Current or recent experience as Youth Staff or a Travel Host
• Current or recent experience working as an Entertainment Host within a holiday park, amusement park or hotel
• Experience engaging with guests through dance, hosting activities or classes

Life Onboard Includes:

• Paid flights from your home country
• Comprehensive training, including “new to sea” support
• Crew gym, fitness classes, and sports courts
• Free crew bikes to explore destinations
• Free WhatsApp messaging + flexible internet packages
• Meals and complimentary beverage stations
• Discounted crew shore excursions
• Onboard medical services
• A culture where everyone feels valued and included

If successful at application and invited to attend, please be aware that the casting day will take place in person in Reading on Thursday 24 September, and attendance on this date is required.

During the recruitment and on boarding process we may not be able to offer an exact start date, but as soon as we can, we will let you know and make sure you have plenty of notice and support to get ready for your adventure with us.
We are working hard to build a flexible and inclusive culture. As part of our culture difference is valued and our people can be themselves. We welcome applications from everyone because inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership and pregnancy & maternity.
At Cunard, we collaborate with a variety of reputable agencies who will never ask you to pay a hiring fee or any other associated monies in order to submit an application to us. All applications are reviewed against the same criteria and using an agency will not increase your chances of being successful.

During the recruitment and on boarding process we may not be able to offer an exact start date, but as soon as we can, we will let you know and make sure you have plenty of notice and support to get ready for your adventure with us.

We are working hard to build a flexible and inclusive culture. As part of our culture difference is valued and our people can be themselves. We welcome applications from everyone because inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership and pregnancy & maternity.

At Cunard, we collaborate with a variety of reputable agencies who will never ask you to pay a hiring fee or any other associated monies in order to submit an application to us. All applications are reviewed against the same criteria and using an agency will not increase your chances of being successful.

Before starting an assignment with Carnival UK (P&O Cruises & Cunard), it may be necessary for you to obtain essential compliance documents or undertake training, initially at your cost. A number of these costs are refundable after your first assignment has begun; for further information, please speak to your recruitment contact.