Christmas Ship™ Deckhand/Bartender

Argosy L.P • Seattle, AK

6d • $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Join Argosy Cruises for the annual Christmas Ship™ program, bringing holiday magic to Seattle from the water. This seasonal, part-time role involves assisting the Captain in safe vessel operation while also creating a festive atmosphere for guests. You'll serve holiday drinks and treats, maintain the ship's cleanliness, and provide excellent hospitality and cheer. The program features Santa, trivia, cookies, and choir performances, and the crew is integral to making these experiences happen. Prior bartending or hospitality experience is a plus, but not required; a love for people, boats, and a fast-paced, festive environment is key, as training will be provided.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, which includes THC, as required by the United States Coast Guard/DOT.
• Must maintain good standing in a random drug test program regulated by the United States Coast Guard/DOT.
• Must pass a post-offer background check.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to speak, read, and write clearly in English.
• Excellent oral communication skills.
• Ability to travel to and from various dock locations.
• Ability to work onboard a vessel for the entire shift.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 55 pounds.
• Full range of motion in all extremities.
• Ability to climb stairs.
• Ability to navigate uneven and shifting surfaces, including vessel decks, docks, and piers.
• Ability to step or leap down three feet from a slow-moving platform.
• Ability to climb over barriers up to 3.5 feet high.
• Ability to stoop and crouch in small spaces.
• Ability to swim.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather and extreme temperatures, including rain and snow.
• Ability to speak in a clear, loud voice.
• Willingness and ability to comply with United States Coast Guard mobility and physical standards for deckhands aboard small passenger vessels, per USCG COMDTPUB B 16700.4, NVIC 1-91.

Nice To Haves

• Have bartending or hospitality experience.
• Obtain a Washington State Mandatory Alcohol Server Training (Class 12) Permit and a Washington State Food Worker Permit within 14 days of hire (if not already completed).

Responsibilities

• Work onboard an Argosy vessel for shifts of 8-12 hours.
• Participate in onboard training and drills including Man-Overboard, Fire, Abandon Ship, and Anchoring.
• Assist in positioning and assembly of boarding ramps.
• Provide a positive guest experience throughout the Christmas Ship™ Festival with excellent interpersonal and customer-facing skills.
• Serve guests beer, wine, liquors, mixed beverages, and quick food items.
• Maintain a well-stocked, safe, and clean bar area throughout each working shift.
• Check out guests on Revel POS system and the accompanying credit card reader.
• Maintain cleanliness of the entire vessel at all times.
• Maintain situational awareness at all times on the boats and on the docks.
• Offer knowledge of Argosy products.
• Conduct nautical operations such as vessel mooring, handling mooring lines, casting off lines upon embarking and securing lines upon docking.
• Perform safety, mechanical and fluid systems checks prior to departure and while underway.
• Perform basic deck and vessel cleaning and maintenance while at dock and underway.
• Participate in emergency drills on a regular basis to ensure the highest level of safety preparedness.
• Move and set up boarding ramps at various docking locations.
• Take orders, shake up festive cocktails, pour beer and wine, and make holiday drink recommendations.
• Participate in the on-board operations of the Christmas Ship™ program, including following cues and procedures during choir performances and other festival moments.
• Engage with guests, answer questions, and provide top-notch customer service so every guest leaves with a great Christmas Ship experience.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Gain hospitality and tourism experience while celebrating the season with a fun, supportive team.
• Complimentary Argosy tours and onboard discounts, so you can play tourist on your days off.
• Discounted ORCA pass (must work an average of at least 10 hours/week).
• Opportunity to become a Regular Variable-Hour employee.
• Join in on exciting Argosy employee events, including holiday celebrations with your fellow crew.
• Soak in those waterfront views and twinkling holiday lights-- you'll be working on and near the water every day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED