What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purser position at Pacific Whale Foundation?
Come work for one of Hawai’i’s Best Places to Work in 2024!
Are you great with people, passionate about the environment and seeking a relaxed, fun workplace? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
PacWhale Eco-Adventures is looking for Pursers for our upcoming season.
You'll work a variety of ecotours out of Ma'alaea and/or Lahaina harbor, promoting the mission of our non-profit parent organization.
As a Purser with PacWhale Eco-Adventures, you will:
- Work as a deckhand, assisting in the safe navigation and proper operations of the vessel, ensuring a safe environment for all passengers
- Prepare, display and serve food and beverages
- Monitor and replenish supply inventories
- Monitor and reconcile your bank for saleable items
- Clean vessels
Our ideal applicant will have a high school diploma or GED, experience in food service, retail sales or any type of customer service, and have commercial boating experience (or know they won't get seasick). This is a physically demanding job. Already living on-island and being a strong swimmer who is able to work long days in a hot/humid/wet environment aboard a moving vessel at sea will set you apart.
This is an hourly, non-exempt, full-time position with pay from $16.20/hr., based on skills/experience, plus tips and commission.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor work visas for this position.
We provide a thorough training program, free uniforms, health insurance and some amazing perks.
The work you do helps support the mission of Pacific Whale Foundation, a 501(c)(3), by working to protect the ocean through science and advocacy and inspire environmental stewardship.
Come be part of something bigger!
All applicants are subject to a background check and pre-employment drug testing and must be able to comply with DOT/USCG random drug testing requirements. Within 30 days of employment, must obtain CPR/First Aid certification, oxygen/AED certification, lifeguard certification, Hawai’i bar card, and TB clearance
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