Skipper on Canal Cruises

Job snapshot

Seasonal skipper role sailing public and private canal cruises in Amsterdam and working with hosts on guest storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests and help them start the experience smoothly.
• Share local stories, route context, or practical visitor tips during the experience.
• Support service, ticketing, sales, drinks, or payments when the role requires it.
• Keep boats, equipment, or guest areas prepared, tidy, and ready for the next departure.
• Navigate canal routes with attention to guest safety.

Profile

• English is listed for this role.
• Additional languages may help.
• A boating licence, VHF, or related certificate is listed.
• Weekend, evening, seasonal, or flexible availability is important.
• A confident, hospitable, guest-facing attitude matters.
• Relevant tourism, hospitality, guiding, or boating experience may help.

What they offer

• Flexible working hours are indicated.
• Pay, tips, bonus, or competitive compensation are indicated.
• The employer emphasizes a social or team-oriented workplace.
• Perks, training, discounts, or certificate support may be available.
• The work is positioned as active, outdoor, or seasonal tourism work.

How to apply

• Apply through the employer application page.
• Email contact appears to be available for questions or applications.
• A phone contact is listed on the employer page.

Work context