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Host/ bartender on canal cruise

On-site
  • Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
Operational

Job description

Interested in working at Flagship Amsterdam? Apply now! We aim to contact you within 2 business days for a brief introductory call. Upon a match, an interview will follow, followed by a training. Start date: from March/April 2024.

About Flagship

Flagship Amsterdam is a young and rapidly growing shipping company in the center of Amsterdam. We offer both public cruises and private tours on our beautiful open sloops and classic salon boats. We started in 2017 with three boats, have since grown to more than 53 boats, and we're still expanding! Annually, we welcome people from over 55 nationalities, cruising throughout the year with the help of our young and ambitious team, consisting of more than 400 (seasonal) employees.

What will you be doing?

The best way to admire Amsterdam is of course from the water. As host(ess) at Flagship you provide our guests with an unforgettable canal cruise. While sailing through the canals, the guests enjoy a drink while you and the skipper tell fun stories and facts about Amsterdam.


During your position you will:

  • Welcome guests on board;
  • Serve drinks (including beer, soda, wine and cocktails);
  • Entertain guests with stories about Amsterdam or the artworks of light during Amsterdam Light Festival (no worries, we'll teach you this);
  • Process payments at the end of the tour.

What we offer: 

  • Good tip;
  • Bonus scheme;
  • Flexible working hours;
  • Legendary company outings and parties;
  • The opportunity to work at an award-winning company, '#1 in the Top Overall Experiences in the world' by Tripadvisor;
  • A friendly, ambitious and international team;
  • The opportunity to obtain your boating license;
  • Discount on 'own products' such as boat trips and private boat rental.

Job requirements

Requirements:

  • You can start working from April (or maybe March) 2024 and are available at least 2 days a week, including 1 weekend day;
  • You are willing to work in the evenings;
  • Experience in hotels, restaurant and/or cafés is an advantage;
  • Good mastery of English, Dutch is an advantage;
  • You are hospitable, outgoing and have a smooth chat.

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What do our employees think?

  • I love working in the outdoors. For me it is a really flexible and super enjoyable side job in combination with my studies! 😍

    Daantje Vogels

    Skipper Instructor

  • Flagship is a fantastic company if you like social contacts. Good atmosphere, fun tours and fantastic colleagues. 🎉⛵

    Albert Bakker

    Skipper Groot Vaarbewijs

  • At Flagship, you feel free to develop your own ideas. The short lines of communication allow changes to be implemented quickly. 🚀

    Irene van Mierlo

    HR Medewerker

About us

In 2017, three young entrepreneurs met in the Amsterdam canals. All three had their own company, but decided to work together to become Amsterdam's best shipping company! Flagship Amsterdam has now been chosen as an award-winning company: '#1 in the Top Overall Experiences' by TripAdvisor. We have more than 700+ colleagues working with us and are very proud to welcome guests from all over the world.

Determine your own schedule

Still exercising in the morning, or do you have a lecture in the afternoon? At Flagship you determine your own schedule.

Get your boating license

Don't have a boating license yet? With us you have the opportunity to obtain your boating license.

Legendary company parties

With 400+ colleagues we organize several large company parties every year.

Office in the heart of Amsterdam

In the middle of the vibrant city of Amsterdam, surrounded by historic canals.