Retail and Merchandising Host/ess

• - Gourmet Recruitment Head Office
• Country-Wide Applications, Gauteng, ZAF
• USD
• Salary
• Contract
• All cruise ship benefits will be discussed at interview

At Disney Cruise Line, you can set sail on the job opportunity of a lifetime! Disney Cruise Line has established itself as a world-renowned leader in hospitality and entertainment, and has been recognized as the top cruise line for families. Our crew members bring the magic to life to deliver exceptional guest service and create family-friendly fun onboard the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy, and on our private island paradise in the Bahamas – Castaway Cay! With incredible itineraries that visit exciting destinations around the world, crew and Officers can chart the course for an unforgettable adventure with Disney Cruise Line. Ongoing training and development allows our crew to continuously learn and grow personally and professionally, and Disney Cruise Line offers a unique opportunity for those looking to grow, excel and work for one of the most innovative and welcoming companies in the world.

Apply today to Embark on Your Career and Navigate Your Future!

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Fairy Godmother-in-training or veteran Pirate and magically transform guests into a princess, knight and/or pirate within the onboard Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique / Pirate's League; based on package purchase, transformations can include lustrous hairstyles, shimmering makeup, fanciful nails, beard, scar, tattoo, and/or face gem application, themed costumes, earrings, and eye patches
• Complete transformations to the highest possible standard through use of correct techniques for hair styling, nail painting and make-up application
• Support other onboard retail locations and proactively sell ship/island merchandise in fixed and mobile retail locations; product focus could include but is not limited to DCL specialty merchandise, onboard art program, duty free products, liquor, tobacco, perfumes, jewelry, and princess, knight, pirate and/or glitter/glow makeover experiences
• Maintain daily cleanliness of shop floor, display tables and windows, and stockrooms
• Maintain fully stocked shelves in merchandise locations; restock when needed
• Ensure a clean, efficient, neatly organized stock room
• Perform accurate inventory counts (mark up, mark down, etc.)
• Receive, log, and unload all merchandise that boards the vessel in preparation for each cruise
• Assist in the ordering of merchandise through Simba (Disney inventory management system)
• Support daily promotions such as purchase with purchase and special events and themed activities
• Assist with price adjustments, floor moves, and receiving merchandise stock
• Consistently ensure sales targets are met and/or exceede

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum two years recent experience in retail or sales
• Experience and knowledge of hair, make-up and/or nail application strongly desired; cosmetology experience a plus
• Strong Disney knowledge
• Interest and ability to create a "wow" guest experience
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and passion for the Disney product, characters and story telling
• Able to story tell and portray the role of Fairy Godmother-in-training/Coachman or a veteran Pirate for several hours at a time
• Ability to lift 40 pounds
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Be able to speak, read and write fluent English
• Willingness to live and work onboard one of our vessels for a certain length of time (based on position)
• Be able to work a seven-day, 70-84 hour week with limited time off
• Be able to adhere to Disney Cruise Line appearance guidelines
• Agree to share a cabin with other crew members
• Enjoy working in a high-volume, fast-paced, guest-service oriented environment
• Be flexible with your work schedule, job duties and work locations
• Appreciate diversity among guests and crew
• Preferred Qualifications
• Knowledge in duty free and VAT strongly desired
• Experience and knowledge of managing inventory
• Experience and knowledge in fine and costume jewelry, watches, perfume, cosmetics, liquor, and/or tobacco strongly desired
• Experience and knowledge of art and silent auctions desired
• Experience in a cashless sales system strongly desired
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