Hiring in Oakbrook Terrace:Cabin Crew Professional(Part-Time)
Hiring in Oakbrook Terrace: Cabin Crew Professional
Why This Role?
- URGENT HIRE: Cabin Crew Professional (Part-Time)
- Team: British Airways ( Oakbrook Terrace Branch)
- Worksite: Oakbrook Terrace Area
- Work in Oakbrook Terrace, IL.
- Join British Airways and grow your skills.
Compensation
- Starting Pay: £18-£30/hr (£24.00/hr)
- Perks: Employee discounts.
- Join a top-rated team in Oakbrook Terrace.
British Airways invites confident, service-minded professionals to join our Cabin Crew team. As one of the world’s most respected airlines, we combine tradition and innovation to deliver safe, sophisticated travel experiences across more than 180 destinations. As a Cabin Crew Professional, you will represent the heritage and future of British hospitality in the skies. Your role blends world-class safety performance with refined service, ensuring that every customer feels valued and at ease from boarding to arrival. You’ll lead with poise, empathy, and cultural awareness while working collaboratively within a global team. You will complete comprehensive paid training at the British Airways Global Learning Academy near Heathrow Airport. The curriculum includes emergency procedures, customer care, and international service etiquette. Once certified, you’ll operate both short-haul European routes and long-haul flights to worldwide destinations. Ideal candidates demonstrate integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to stay composed under pressure. In return, you’ll enjoy an exceptional career path, generous travel perks, and the opportunity to grow with an airline that continues to define modern air travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Cabin Crew Professional position pay at British Airways?
This Cabin Crew Professional role offers £18 - £30. Actual pay varies by airline, base, seniority, and shift; airline roles may also include per diem and flight-hour pay.
Where is this Cabin Crew Professional job based?
Flight and cabin crew are assigned to a crew base at a specific airport. This opening is tied to Oakbrook Terrace, IL — check the listing for the exact base, since you may need to live within commuting distance or relocate.
Do you get free or discounted flights with this job?
Most airline positions include flight travel privileges — free or heavily discounted standby travel for you and eligible family members, plus reciprocal discounts on many other airlines. Benefits and eligibility vary by airline and grow with seniority.
What are the requirements to become a flight attendant?
Typical requirements include being 18 to 21 or older, a high school diploma or GED, the ability to reach a set height (often around 6'2" to 6'3"), a valid passport, and passing a background check, drug screening, and medical/reach assessment. Some airlines add a swim test. You should be customer-focused and willing to relocate to or commute to your assigned base.
Is flight attendant training paid, and how long is it?
British Airways provides initial training that typically runs about 3 to 8 weeks at a training center, covering safety, emergency procedures, first aid, and service. Training is usually paid or stipend-supported, and you must pass it to be placed on the line at your base.
What is the flight attendant schedule and reserve system like?
Schedules are awarded by seniority through monthly bidding. New hires usually start on 'reserve' (on-call), and the job includes early mornings, nights, weekends, holidays, and overnights away from base with per diem. Flexibility is essential, especially in your first year.
