Hospitality training for private jet companies is what Training Solutions, a Swiss-based VIP flight attendant training & recruitment company, has specialised in since 2007. It is a major part of any flight on a private jet, as the VIP flight attendant working on a private jet is the main point of contact. Organisation is 50% of the work that private jet cabin crew has, and it is one of the major differences compared to the work of commercial cabin crew. Many of our 30 private jet operators who are clients of Training Solutions are fully aware that the cabin crew onboard their short- and long haul business jets, have a versatile role, and they therefore invest in them.

Newspapers and magazines have to be bought,  and all standard items have to be checked. Gourmet catering has to be ordered, considering the origin of the clients and being aware of all their cultural differences, which have to be considered. The catering budget has to be met, and often shopping is also part of the preparation ahead of the flight, if time permits. The airport from which their private jet departs has to be considered, as many of the popular airports for business aviation have significantly higher prices than others. This does not even consider special sports, cultural, or political events, as the prices then are often soaring. A contemporary, stylish, and classy cabin presentation should be provided and a warm welcome is standard. A deep culinary and wine knowledge is clearly an advantage, especially for European clients who are used to wine and dine when the occasion arises. Needless to mention that discretion is one of the most important parts of the industry, which has to be given at all times. Last but not least, the cleanliness of the private jet is the final part, and many private owners watch carefully how their private jet is being maintained.

To summarize, being a private jet cabin crew can be a very demanding job at certain times. When they then spend days in some of the world’s most beautiful islands or cities, they clearly know why they have chosen to be working as cabin crew on business jets.