Generic Interview & Recruitment Questions
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holding pool and holidays
hi there
does anyone know how soon you find out if you are not been plucked from the holding pool to start training this year i have been placed in a one at the minute and dont really know what to do about my pre booked holidays this year
also if they dont use you do you have to reapply for the job surely you are not left hanging around for months and even years on end
do you get some form of notification to tell you i am new to this buisness its really crazy any info will help thanks xx
does anyone know how soon you find out if you are not been plucked from the holding pool to start training this year i have been placed in a one at the minute and dont really know what to do about my pre booked holidays this year
also if they dont use you do you have to reapply for the job surely you are not left hanging around for months and even years on end
do you get some form of notification to tell you i am new to this buisness its really crazy any info will help thanks xx
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I am sure they will give you plenty of notification of your start date, as you will probably have to give notice to your current employer. however, if your start date is before your holiday, then they probably wont authorise you time off for your holiday (unless they have already agreed to this at interview).
And yes, sometimes people are in holding pools for years. You shouldn't have to reapply for the job unless you pull out for some reason. what airline is it for? People who work for that particular airline may know more information about waiting times in the holding pool, holidays etc.
And yes, sometimes people are in holding pools for years. You shouldn't have to reapply for the job unless you pull out for some reason. what airline is it for? People who work for that particular airline may know more information about waiting times in the holding pool, holidays etc.
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Etihad Airways Interview
Went to Etihad's interview last Sunday. I don't think having a droopy lid is a probolem for applying an airlines. First round is about written test (MCQ and a short essay only 40 words allowed!) then followed by grooming check (candidates went in 1 by 1 and asked to pick up something from the floor and why they choose that particular item and then the very popular question, why do you wanna be a cabin crew and what are you doing currently?) I failed my grooming stage because my forehead was so red dued to unsuitable cosmetics. Try covering it up using the concealer but then it was too late, I failed the 1st round....Out of the 120 candidates, only 13 were selected....so sad!
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Companies recruitment
Best and worst airlines for fairness in recruitment.
In order
1) Thomsonfly, relevant exercises and tests on the day, friendly recruitment team bar 1 guy but i must say this airline is the best for recruiting. Only downside is, not enough breaks.
2) Thomas Cook, exceptionaly friendly, however not enough group excercises or no tests which i think would give them a better perspective.
Now a big gap.
3) XL, relevant tests and excercises but the attitude of the recruitment team as alot to be desired.
4) JET2, irrelevant test asking questions on Elvis Pressley and nursery rhymes. Recruiters ok, but they boast too much about the company and how they are the best.
In order
1) Thomsonfly, relevant exercises and tests on the day, friendly recruitment team bar 1 guy but i must say this airline is the best for recruiting. Only downside is, not enough breaks.
2) Thomas Cook, exceptionaly friendly, however not enough group excercises or no tests which i think would give them a better perspective.
Now a big gap.
3) XL, relevant tests and excercises but the attitude of the recruitment team as alot to be desired.
4) JET2, irrelevant test asking questions on Elvis Pressley and nursery rhymes. Recruiters ok, but they boast too much about the company and how they are the best.
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Boygeorgefan...... have you got a job yet? Suppose the tests would of been more relevant asking questions on Boy George rather than Elvis! I thought those random questions were there to see if you had any knowledge of current affairs etc.
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Looking for an internship as a cabin attendant
Hy everybody!
I'm a student in a hospitality mangament school and I'm looking for a 6 months internship as a cabin attendant. Does anybody has a good idea of where I can found something like this ? Do you have any "internal" connections ?
If it can helps I have my PPL and I'm working as part time in a ground handling company... If you need any further informations feel free to send a PM!
Thank you very much in advance for your help!
I'm a student in a hospitality mangament school and I'm looking for a 6 months internship as a cabin attendant. Does anybody has a good idea of where I can found something like this ? Do you have any "internal" connections ?
If it can helps I have my PPL and I'm working as part time in a ground handling company... If you need any further informations feel free to send a PM!
Thank you very much in advance for your help!
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xl interview
Well boygeorgefan i have been looking at all your comments about airlines and see you have very little good to say about anyone?? now why is that??
How long have you been crew? I have done a couple of contracts
How many interviews have you been to?? I have had 2 this year and by far the best was XL- nice cabin crew at interview, made us feel relaxed- lots of information, all seemed very fair.
I had an interview in Manchester this week with XL- keeping my fingers crossed
I suggest you try BA & virgin to get some more interview experience
GOOD LUCK
How long have you been crew? I have done a couple of contracts
How many interviews have you been to?? I have had 2 this year and by far the best was XL- nice cabin crew at interview, made us feel relaxed- lots of information, all seemed very fair.
I had an interview in Manchester this week with XL- keeping my fingers crossed
I suggest you try BA & virgin to get some more interview experience
GOOD LUCK
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Who is recruiting at the moment?
Doing some research for a freind of mine (ideal cabin crew material).
She is in a position to work anywhere in Europe, who is recruiting?
many Thanks
InTheDark
She is in a position to work anywhere in Europe, who is recruiting?
many Thanks
InTheDark
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If you fancy 11 hour days with 11 hour minimum rest wearing a lovely orange polyester uniform and doing cabin tidies...why not try easyJet?
If you enjoy sweeping pringles up from carpets it's the job for you!
If you enjoy sweeping pringles up from carpets it's the job for you!
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lol...quite true virginia!! or if ur friend fancies serving Claret Wine to pompous pax who paid 3 grand for their ticket then BA are recruiting for LGW!!!
BA
Maxjet
Easyjet
GB Airways
First Choice
Monarch
Thomsonfly
There's LOADS!!! Go search!1 :-)
BA
Maxjet
Easyjet
GB Airways
First Choice
Monarch
Thomsonfly
There's LOADS!!! Go search!1 :-)
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easyJet is a laugh and the money is good...that's about it! We get lots of business people flying and a few chavvy folk 
I'd rather serve Claret Wine to stuffy old men anyway at BA
I've got an interview at BA in a couple of weeks!
I'd rather serve Claret Wine to stuffy old men anyway at BA
I've got an interview at BA in a couple of weeks!
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In the dark:
Here's some advice for your friend:
1. Make a decision if you're interested in longhaul/shorthaul.
2. Research about longhaul/shorthaul (whatever you decided for) airlines (use their own websites for a start, they tell you loads because they don't want to waste their time either).
3. Apply to all airlines that you are interested in. If they are recruiting fine, if not, you still might get lucky.
Good luck!
Here's some advice for your friend:
1. Make a decision if you're interested in longhaul/shorthaul.
2. Research about longhaul/shorthaul (whatever you decided for) airlines (use their own websites for a start, they tell you loads because they don't want to waste their time either).
3. Apply to all airlines that you are interested in. If they are recruiting fine, if not, you still might get lucky.
Good luck!
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Virginia
I have been around the block over 7 years, and now at easyjet (1 year now)
And to be honest easyjet look after there crew so much better than alot of other airlines. I have many friends you left the "Short Haul" airlines for the big boys and ended up back were they started.
Plus they offer alot more, from promotions, to social events rewards and alot more. Overall I feel easy is a very good airline to work for, Yes we do work bloody hard, but hey makes the day go quicker.
Don't get me wrong Virginia I am not out to argue LOL, everyone has there own opinions so thought I would throw mine in.
OH and good luck with your BA interview, Is it for Short or Long haul? Best of luck keep us posted.
easyJet is a laugh and the money is good...that's about it! We get lots of business people flying and a few chavvy folk
I'd rather serve Claret Wine to stuffy old men anyway at BA I've got an interview at BA in a couple of weeks!
I'd rather serve Claret Wine to stuffy old men anyway at BA I've got an interview at BA in a couple of weeks!
And to be honest easyjet look after there crew so much better than alot of other airlines. I have many friends you left the "Short Haul" airlines for the big boys and ended up back were they started.
Plus they offer alot more, from promotions, to social events rewards and alot more. Overall I feel easy is a very good airline to work for, Yes we do work bloody hard, but hey makes the day go quicker.
Don't get me wrong Virginia I am not out to argue LOL, everyone has there own opinions so thought I would throw mine in.
OH and good luck with your BA interview, Is it for Short or Long haul? Best of luck keep us posted.
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Question?
Hi,
I would like to know if you have had laser eye surgery about 8 years ago, can you apply for cabin crew position? Does this affect your application in any way? With regards to Etihad and Virgin Atlantic.
Thank you for reading.
Cheers
Tia
I would like to know if you have had laser eye surgery about 8 years ago, can you apply for cabin crew position? Does this affect your application in any way? With regards to Etihad and Virgin Atlantic.
Thank you for reading.
Cheers
Tia
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Sectors
Hello
I'm thinking of becoming a cabin crew. There has been a lot mentioned in the pay section about sector pay.
How is a sector defined. Is one sector for example BHX-PMI-BHX, or is BHX-PMI 1 sector with the return PMI-BHX being the 2nd sector.
Cheers
I'm thinking of becoming a cabin crew. There has been a lot mentioned in the pay section about sector pay.
How is a sector defined. Is one sector for example BHX-PMI-BHX, or is BHX-PMI 1 sector with the return PMI-BHX being the 2nd sector.
Cheers
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eyesight
hi,
i'll be attending a CC interview soon and im pretty concerned about the eyesight issue. well ive got astigmatism and my eyesights approximately 600 in power but definitely correctable with contacts - something which i have been using for a long time. im not sure if the eyesight requirement is crucial and if the airline is strict about this. can anyone please advise me on this? would really appreciate that...
much thanx
i'll be attending a CC interview soon and im pretty concerned about the eyesight issue. well ive got astigmatism and my eyesights approximately 600 in power but definitely correctable with contacts - something which i have been using for a long time. im not sure if the eyesight requirement is crucial and if the airline is strict about this. can anyone please advise me on this? would really appreciate that...
much thanx