Cunard Entertainment Host Casting Event (Auditions to be held in Orlando, Florida)

Are you passionate about entertainment, travel, and creating unforgettable guest experiences? As a market leader in the cruise industry, Cunard sails spectacular ships all over the world. Join us and you’ll discover that working at sea is more than just a job. It’s a way of life. During your Cunard career you could explore all four corners of the world, visiting destinations from Alaska to Japan, and more than 70 countries in between. Explore new cultures, meet incredible new friends, and gain experiences that will stay with you for a lifetime. Step aboard Cunard, one of the world’s most iconic cruise lines, and become part of a team that brings holiday happiness to life across the globe.

We’re hosting in-person Entertainment Host Casting Days in Orlando on Friday, January 30 & Saturday, January 31, 2026, for the following exciting roles:

• Entertainment Host
• Lead engaging activities: trivia, sports, themed events
• Host social gatherings and act as a Cunard ambassador
• Facilitate dance and movement classes
• Introduce live performers across ship venues
• Participate in onboard safety and emergency duties
• Entertainment Host Senior – DJ
• Serve as resident DJ across ship venues
• Host karaoke, bingo, trivia, and deck games
• Curate music experiences for diverse audiences
• Activity Manager
• Deliver a high-quality entertainment programme in collaboration with the Entertainment Director and Assistant Host and organise engaging events with a strong onboard presence
• Manage and coach the Entertainment team (Hosts, DJ, Dance Couple)
• Support departmental operations and oversee key venues including the Queens Room and International programme

About you: Due to the diverse range of positions, we are recruiting for we would love to receive an application from you if you can demonstrate selected experience from the below list:

• Hosting experience or a performing role in a live theatre or entertainment environment
• Current or recent resident or wedding DJ experience, either working onboard a cruise ship or within a 5-star hotel. You will also know how to read the crowd and have knowledge of music from the sixties right up to present day
• Current or recent experience as Youth Staff or a Travel Host
• Current or recent experience working in an Entertainment Host position at a holiday park, amusement park or hotel

People who will love this job:

• Those with a desire to see the world; with opportunities through World Voyages, Exotic Adventures, Mediterranean and European Discoveries
• Anyone with a passion for entertaining a variety of audiences
• People who love being part of a family environment where working feels fun
• Any person who has a background relating to one or more of the following: Entertaining, DJs, Arts and Crafts Presenting, Performing Arts or Dance
• Those ambitious and with a drive for personal and career development within an international, Fortune 500 company

Life Onboard Includes:

• Paid flights from your home country
• Comprehensive training, including “new to sea” support
• Crew gym, fitness classes, and sports courts
• Free crew bikes to explore destinations
• Free WhatsApp messaging + flexible internet packages
• Meals and complimentary beverage stations
• Discounted crew shore excursions
• Onboard medical services
• A culture where everyone feels valued and included

If you are successful at application and invited to attend the casting day please note you must be able to attend one of the in person casting days either on Friday, January 30 or Saturday, January 31, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. During the recruitment and on boarding process we may not be able to offer an exact start date, but as soon as we can, we will let you know and make sure you have plenty of notice and support to get ready for your adventure with us.

We are working hard to build a flexible and inclusive culture. As part of our culture difference is valued and our people can be themselves. We welcome applications from everyone because inclusivity is at the heart of everything we do. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership and pregnancy & maternity.

At Cunard, we collaborate with a variety of reputable agencies who will never ask you to pay a hiring fee or any other associated monies in order to submit an application to us. All applications are reviewed against the same criteria and using an agency will not increase your chances of being successful.