Hi Flyboi...
When you get into your flying career ( I apologise if you are already flying, but if you are then I would expect you to know this already ) each airline operates different policies for rank, seniority and promotion of ranks.
Some airlines for Example BA - Takes upto 15 years to get to Purser let alone CSD - Cabin service Director. Where as Airlines such as Jet 2 or Ryan Air you could be a NO 1 - Senior within 6 Months.
I don't think Monarch is strict, but again like BA some of the Pursers and NO 1's have been with the company a long time so they may prefer that people follow suit in Ranks, i'e checking onto hotels etc.. New C/C should check in last. Thats not a bad thing, i think its about respect - Even if the No 1's or Pursers don't seem to be doing much on a flight, they have been with the airline for years. - Think of it as a little bonus for them. In which to some this really is quite an important bit.
Airlines such as Monarch ( after you've been taken on as PERMENANT) and Virgin, Do have a fast track programme in place, where if you are good and do show signs of great leadership, mentoring and dedication to the company then it will be rewarded. Which i think is also a great bonus.
Thomson, Thomas Cook and First choice don't have anything like this. Again it takes years. Opportunities at Monarch are much better.
Monarch Prides themselves on being a good airline -- IN WHICH THEY ARE - 1 of the Best Airlines. Grooming is impeccable and services very high - some may disgree but you can't please every crew member.
Someone on here or through G FM may state that Monarch is terrible and sooo strict, but you really can't take 20 peoples opinions on that. Until you can decide for yourself - NEVER LISTEN TO GALLEY FM.
I hope this gives you a little more insight into seniority and ranks etc..
Any questions please feel free to reply or PM.
MLM
