: )
 

Hey guys,

Just wanted to say thank you for such helpful info!

I applied to Virgin in the middle of May, got my application form within a week, sent it back on the Monday, got the postcard back on the Wednesday, and the invite for the interview on the Saturday, so the application process doesn't always take 28 days!

My group interview is on the 9th June - is anyone else going to be there?

I'm nervous but excited - I think I've probably got the qualities they're looking for, but wanted to check whether Virgin have a preference for bubbly, outgoing people as a general rule? Is there such a thing as too bubbly perhaps?

Any help would be most appreciated - I guess I'm just a little worried that my nerves will manifest themselves as over-bubbly on the day!

: )

Bianca

Interview on 19th June
 

Hi All,

I have received my interview date back and it is on the 19th June. I have been thinking of applying for a while now. My best friend is currently a working as cabin crew for Virgin and I have been on 5 trips with her so far. Each trip has made me want it more and more. The reason it has been a big decision for me is the money, giving up a career which I have built up over the last 12 years and the fact that I am 29.. But I have decided to bit the bullet and go for it. So if anyone has any tips about the day – they will be greatly appreciated. I agreed with some of the messages – that if we find out exactly what is going to be asked – it will result in answers coming across as fake. But any format of guidance will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you! :O

Sally xx

The money played a huge part for me too, not that I'm on a hell of a lot now, but I'd definitely be taking a pay cut, and when you're looking at these kind of wages, every penny counts!

Knowing the questions in advance may seem like it's giving an unfair advantage to some, but when you think about it I'm sure the recruiters can spot someone who's rehearsed their lines to perfection as it'll *seem* really fake. Not to mention that it's not the only thing that they'll be looking for!

Hi Everyone!

Ive been reading through all the posts nervously as i have been invited for an interview with Virgin on the 14th!!

Was wondering if its best to wear a trouser or skirt suit and if i should wear my hair up or down? Silly things to worry about really but after reading everything else most of my questions have been answered! Any other tips on how to make a good impression would be great tho!

Thanks :)

virgin help please
 

hello all i am 23 used to fly on the747 for 3 years and had a blond moment and decided to go 9-5 biggest mistake of my life!!!!!!!!!!!!!:{
I have been to 2 vs interviews and got through to the 121s but no joy i have my next interview on 17/06/2006 and would be forever greatful if someone could point me in the right direction any help is better than no help thanks guys an gals x:ok: :ok: :ok: :ok: :ok: :ok: :ok: :ok: :ok: :ok:

I applied to Virgin in 2003 and was invited for an interview. We were all told it would be a really relaxed day but it couldnt be further from the truth, the three assesors were scary, i havnt had the courage to go back and from what ive heared i dont want to go back.

Friends who have gone over have said its not very friendly and people have gone on trips and not seen other crew till its time to return home. I was quite disturbed to hear about the pilot who committed suicide and nobody checked on him for days.

With all due respect I am crew for Virgin and have been for the last 3 and a half yrs. I have yet to experience a flight where I have heard from nobody. Yes on some trips I like to just chill out and have some "self time" on others I like to go out and get absolutely blitzed! I believe it is down to each individual to decide when they land if they want to be "ont their own" or hang about with other crew. Most crew swap numbers and arrange to meet for breakfast or lunch etc etc. However if someone doesnt give me their number, then I wouldnt check on them every day? hour? minute? The job at Virgin is what you make it. We are all adults. Did your friend try and see what other crew were doing?


As far as the pilot commiting suicide, nobody knows what was going on in the poor guys private life, my mate was on that trip and said that their was no signs of an unhappy man when she saw him, its just a really sad unfortunate incident , not one that I think should be put on here as justification as to why not to apply for a company.

Tell me what do other airlines do, do they have a check in service i.e all crew must phone someone at 0900 or 1000 to tell them they are ok, if someone doesnt check in do they then go batter the door down? As I said I thought we were all adults and our time downroute was our own time.

Gpik there is no need for a nannying service on any airline like you said we are all adults, im the first one to do my own thing, but nothing annoys me more than crew taking it apon themselves to deliberately exclude themselves from socialising with other crew, whats wrong with the odd call to your senior or a crew member who is new, im not saying make a huge issue of it, if they want to be left alone then fine, its their choice, but surely some of the desinations you fly to you would make an issue of keeping in touch with each other.

Yes totally agree with you , however its up to the individual to instigate it, have never come across a whole crew that intentionally distanced itself from one person. I think your mate was very unlucky when she did, regards

Try not to let your nerves get the better of you!
 

I had a Virgin interview in March and was sooo gutted not to make it through to the second half.
When I was driving home I realised I had made loads of little mistakes. When you first arrive and they come down to meet you, make sure you smile and say good morning to all three and make eye contact, that is so important. I was so nervous that I did things like sitting on my hands because I didn't know what to do with them:=! I also got nervous reading out loud which is really unlike me.

The three assessors seemed really friendly but I got a bit confused as to what they were actually looking for, i've got a lot of customer service experience and I'm "bubbly"!!
Anyway I've decided to reapply in July because I'm going to work for Virgin, even if it takes forever...wish me luck!!

Hi Millymoo, I dont think you can go wrong by wearing a smart skirt suit and have your hair up. It helps them picture you in uniform and gives a better idea as to how you will come across out on line as crew. It might sound a bit sexist but its just human nature. Top Tip, pop a bit of red lippy on, then you'l really look the part. Good luck!

Ah thanks sukigirl!
I think your right... a skirt will also make me feel a bit more glam and give me a bit more confidence.

Does anyone know if they weigh you at your interview. I weighed myself on the scales in boots and ive come up 5lb heavier than the ones i have at home!! are they strict on weight? (im not too heavy 9st 9 on my home scales!)

Thanks :)

hey there!

yes they weigh you and take your height, but don't worry i got both wrong in my application and im in week 4 of my training.

just smile alot and red lippy definately helps.

good luck! :ok:

Training
 

Hi,

How is your training going?? Congrats for getting in.. Can anyone shed any light on what to expect at the training? I haven't even had my interview yet - but I must remain positive!!

Thanks

xx

hi there!

training is going good, it's very intense but as long as you put the work in, you'll be fine :)

6 weeks, 1st week just an intro into the company, 2nd week is avmed, such as if someone has a heart attack etc.

weeks 3 and 4 are sep and they are very intense, i have a great group of people so we just help eachother.

5 and 6 are serivice, routes, rosters, etc

i keep telling myself it will be worth it :}

good luck!

Hi There,

I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who has posted infomation here! I have found it so helpfull throughout applying to Virgin and it made my interview experience far easier and less worrying! (Had my interview on wednesday)

Just wanted to add that i had both a memory test and a maths test at my interview, but was not weighed or measured. The recruitment people were lovely and made the day as relaxing and enjoyable as possible!

Now waiting for the results of my interview... 7 to 14 days seems like forever...

Good luck to anyone else in the same position! :ok:

PICTURE SIZE
 

What size should be included with the application?:confused:

advice on hong kong base recruitment
 

hello everyone i'm a new member but i need some help.

so virgin will launch a recrutiment campaign (walk in) in hong kong very soon, and i was thrilled to know that they're hiring hong kong base again. however, they're looking for someone who has 3 years customer service experience this time. i'm a fresh graduate from college so i don't have 3 years working experience :ugh: but i did work for other airline as an intern for a month. so i'm really frustrated now, should i still have a go? :sad:

Personally id go for it!

Just draw upon your experiences from college and your work experience to show them that you are a peoples person, work well in a team etc... you have nothing to loose!!

Good Luck!

Virgin Interview quick info (..again)
 

Hi all,
I was wondering if anyone could tell me if Virgin Atlantic still do math test as part of their interview process? I have an interview, well more like a 'Cattle Call' I willl be attending thats coming up soon and although I am confident in my Flight Attendant skills, I dont really like maths without my trusty calculator :ok:, basic stuff I am fine with (as long as I can scribble on a bit of paper) but if there is some form of maths test....how hard can it be right...hhhhmmmm I wonder? :rolleyes:

I went to my interview for virgin just over a week ago and i was given a maths test. It mainly based around currency and giving customers change as well as calculating the time taking into consideration the time differences etc...

I hadnt done maths for years and was pretty nervous about it but its fine! There is a time limit but you shouldnt find it too hard!

Good Luck :ok:

Oh and they also allow you to scribble... you just have to circle your final answer so that they know! :)

Thanks MillyMoo, I hope they give us atleast currency conversions, otherwise :ugh:
Have you heard anything in regards to the interview you had the other week? Probably a bit soon, but please keep us all posted on your pending success :D
Well, time to scoot and do some constructive study, Thanks again!

Hey Ms MillMoo, do you mind if I pick your brain just 1 more time?

Regarding the math stuff (I know I am thinking way too much) but are the questions regarding currency like:

a- Mr blogs buys something for 15 pounds with 500HKD, what is his change in pounds with exchange rate at 1pound=14.1HKD

or (more simple)

b- 1pound=14.1 HKD how many pounds are 500HKD?

sorry to bother you with this, just I would feel a bit better if I was able to get a specific understanding of the level required, because division without a calc using decimals....eeeekkkk:ugh:

Thanks again :O

Whoops in Qb I ment exchange rate at 1pound=12HKD (no decimal, easier that way) :ugh:

I got the Job!!
 

Hi Everyone!

I had my interview on the 19th July and I found out on Saturday (24th) that I have the job. I start my training on the 14th Aug. (Virgin)

I am soooooooo excited! I live about 2 hours drive away (In rush hour) so I am considering taking up accommodation in one of the houses on the list given to me. Does anyone recommend this? I was thinking if we have a lot of homework - those 2 hours will be very valuable. Also - I thought that it might be nice to be near everyone else if lots of people stay local.

Is anyone else on here starting their training on the 14th Aug??

Thanks and I loo0k forward to maybe meeting some of you soon..

Sally
xxx

Firstly a big Congratualtions to Sallyann, that's great news!

Next thing....could someone please give me just one example of what to expect on this math test....I'm dying here over here :confused:

thanks guys :p

Well done Sally!!!:D

I found out i got the job today too!!!:) So, so, so pleased!!! I also start training course on the 14th of August so ill be looking to find somewhere too!!

OzyOs,
heres two questions i remember and the rest are basically the same!
1) You leave LHR to Boston at midday, two hours into the flight a passenger asks you the time. Boston is 8 hours behind (not sure if im right on that but you get the idea!) what time would you tell the passenger?
2) A passenger spends £25 on some sunglasses, £10 on a teddy bear and £18 on a t-shirt in duty free, if he gives you £60 how much change would you give him?

Good luck!!:ok:

Ms MillMoo....Congratulations to you too!!!!

I can not thank you ehough for putting my mind at ease.....those questions are more than reasonable....ahhhhh, the sigh of relief, what was I all worried for ;)

Goodluck with your training (thats when the real fun, tears and excitment begin :8 )

Will keep you posted on outcome...fingers x :p

Hi all

Can anyone tell me if there are any max age restrictions on new CC and what is the average age? also are there any male CC of indian origin....

Cheers

ps Answer to above question 1400 london time 0600 Boston time - which one did you give?:confused:


Jam

Hi sally,
i have my interview on the 7th July 06, i was wondeing if you could email me and let me know what exactly im going expect, i would appreciate a lot. My email address is [email protected]
thank you
Dan

INTERVIEW!
 

Hi everyone,
I have my interview on the 7th of July 06, does anyone else have one that date? i would also appreciate if anyone has passed there interview recently and would like to help me out on what to expect.
thank you.

Virgin Training. 11th Sep
 

Anyone starting training on 11th Sep @ Virgin?
Say hi!!
:)

if you want to be successfull!
 

* Make sure you say hello and introduce yourself to everyone else waiting for the interview to commence.
A few ice breakers will could include:
- Hello I'm (blah blah blah)
- Where are you from?
- Have you applied before? (that way if you haven't they may give you some ideas for the day)
- What do you do for work at the moment?
(that should be enough to get started and get you talking to a few people)

* To get through the group exercise at the begining, make sure you provide ideas to your problem, acknowledge others ideas, don't hold back but don't be abrupt and try to lead the group - you're not going for a supervisor role so they aren't looking for leaders.

* Most important thing to remember 'NOT' to say is how 'you love to travel', or 'you're applying because you want to see the world' - it doesn't work like that.
You need to be focused on 'Customer Service' 'Exciting random schedule'.

* We aren't plastic Sindy dolls at Virgin so don't be fake. Smile and be pleasant and honest - if this doesn't come naturally or you're stressed from the car/train journey - take a few deep breaths before you go in, grab a coffee (Interviews are now at Concorde 2000 @ Gatwick - there is a small coffee shop on the ground floor as you walk in and get greated by one of the recruiters - leave an extra 20/30mins before your interview is due to commence).

* Most of all relax and enjoy it. It's more like going for a audition than an interview.
If you are not successful (as I have been previously) don't take it personally - there was a guy on my interview day who had been crew for another airline and did everything right - from what I thought - and didn't get through. Re-apply in 6 months! - That is seen as encouraging.

* If you get asked what would you do if you are unsuccessful - Reapply in 6 months -"I can't see myself working for any other airline - Virgin is so fantastic" - and it is, wait until you start work here!

* Oh and don't forget any of the required documents - have your checklist from your invitation letter and all that ready the night before. It is easlily done.

Hope this helps - any questions? Good luck y'all - See you in the air!

Preparing Q&A
 

Hi! Guys!
This website is really helpful, thanks for all you guys generous sharing!
There are only 3 days left for all we HK wannabe to get ready for VS's RD in Hong Kong. I am getting very excited since I was determined to join.
I quit my ex-airline and learnt swimming for VS. I am preparing some Q&A now. Scribbling answers and practising in front of mirror until I get natural.
Only that I always get nervous in the group, for this part I am not sure how can I get ready.

I know 'Dreaming For VS', its deffinately exciting, its excellent that you learnt to swim for the FA position, but was wondering why you would quit your current airline job before you have the go ahead for Virgin? I'm assuming it was a ground job because being able to swim is an essential requirement, but I truely hope your resignation wasnt based on a potential position with Virgin. I am not trying at all to sound negative, more concerned that (god forbid) if Virgin doesnt work out, you have something to fall back on?

Anyway, Best of luck for Sunday :ok: ...and let the games begin!

INTERVIEW!
 

sorry i made a mistake, my interview is on the 6th of July, anyone else have an interview then?

Hi guys, just a quick question, I scanned through the thread quick...

I just wondered what virgin are like for swapping your interview date..???

I got a letter this morning inviting me for an interview next thursday, only problem is im currently doing an aircraft conversion course at my present airline and there's no way I can ask for the day off.

Any advice??

Thanks Guys x

RE: Swapping Interview Date
 

They are pretty accomodating when it comes to changing your interview date - give the Recruitment Team a ring and ask for the interview dates that are available. You can pretty much pick and choose when is best for you to go.

HI EVERYONE
 

:) Hi everyone, I am new to the forum. This seems like such a great and interesting site, i am really pleased i came across it :O , Hopefully I can chat with other cabin crew wannabes. I am currently waiting for my virgin application form, Does anybody have any tips about if you are invited for an interview. It seems a really tough process :eek:. I read dorest boy's reponse to how the interview works. For anyone who has gotten a job with V.A, i would be so grateful if you can give me some tips. Also does anyone know The pay per month. Thanks. Congruats to everyone who has gotten a job for Virgin x