Flight Attendant - Japanese Language Qualified

1d1 day ago

Alaska Airlines

Seattle, US · Full-time · $50,000 – $85,000

About this role

At Hawaiian Airlines, flight attendants ensure the safety of guests aboard aircraft by being physically and psychologically capable of performing safety procedures and assisting in emergencies. They work in fast-paced environments, handling situations and personalities attentively and pleasantly. Secondarily, they provide food, beverage service, and an unsurpassed Aloha experience during flights.

Flight attendants attend preflight briefings to review weather, routes, emergencies, and services, then prepare the cabin for boarding. They greet guests warmly, assist with seating and luggage, demonstrate safety equipment, and monitor compliance. Throughout the flight, they deliver consistent service and respond promptly to inquiries and requests.

Join the ‘ohana as part of an exciting team dedicated to Hawaiian hospitality, serving kama‘āina and introducing islands to the world. Collaborate effectively with crew for seamless guest experiences, recognizing and escalating issues professionally. This union-represented position involves varied schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Flight attendants complete annual FAA-approved re-certification and maintain emergency procedure knowledge per regulations. They obtain authorization for unescorted aircraft and SIDA access. In emergencies, they assist ill passengers, evacuate in smoke, and operate oxygen bottles and fire extinguishers.

Requirements

Physically and psychologically capable of performing safety procedures and assisting in emergencies
Able to handle fast-paced environments and deal with all types of personalities attentively
Japanese language qualified
Capable of evacuating aircraft in heavy smoke during cabin fire
Able to access, handle, and operate oxygen bottles, fire extinguishers, and emergency equipment
Able to assist ill or incapacitated passengers and crew members
Able to work varied schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Must obtain and maintain authorization for unescorted access to aircraft and SIDA areas

Responsibilities

Attend preflight briefings to review flight details, emergency procedures, crew coordination, and onboard services
Greet guests warmly, direct to seats, assist with carry-on luggage, and provide courteous service
Demonstrate safety equipment including seat belts, oxygen masks, and life jackets; monitor compliance
Direct guests during emergency procedures, administer first aid, and complete incident reports
Provide food and beverage service, collect payments for purchases including meals and duty-free items
Prepare cabin and guests for landing, ensure security, and assist with deplaning
Complete annual FAA-approved re-certification and maintain regulatory compliance
Collaborate with crew to deliver Aloha experience and handle guest inquiries, requests, and complaints