One Flight Attendant
Your Next Step in Ames
Role Essentials
- Worksite: Ames, IA
- Employer: Delta Air Lines (Hiring in Ames)
- Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
- Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package.
- Role in Ames: One Flight Attendant
- This role centers on Luxury Customer Service within the Airlines, Aviation, Hospitality, Luxury, Premium Customer Service, Gastronomy space in Ames.
- Compensation: $48.6k-$75.6k/Year (approx. $1.2k/Week)
- This Ames-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in Luxury Customer Service.
- Our Delta Air Lines team in Ames, IA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Ames, a key hub for the Airlines, Aviation, Hospitality, Luxury, Premium Customer Service, Gastronomy industry.
Delta Air Lines is seeking an elite Flight Attendant as a Delta One (Premium Service) specialist. This role is dedicated to serving our most premium customers on key transcontinental and international routes, delivering an exceptional, restaurant-in-the-sky level of service. Core Responsibilities: In addition to all standard safety duties, you will be an expert in our Delta One product. This includes fine dining service, wine presentation, and providing a highly personalized and discreet service to our business and first-class clientele. You will be a leader in service excellence and brand ambassadorship. Qualifications & Requirements: This is not an entry-level position. Applicants must have a minimum of 2 years of flight attendant experience, OR 3+ years in a 5-star hotel, fine dining, or luxury hospitality role. A passion for gastronomy and high-end service is essential. Must meet all standard FA qualifications and pass a comprehensive medical and background check. Training & Work Schedule: This position begins with our standard 6-week paid training in Atlanta, followed by specialized Delta One service training. This role requires flexibility for a variable roster, including key 'day time' transcontinental business flights, 'night shift' red-eyes, and 'weekend shift' premium leisure routes. Compensation & Benefits: This premium role offers an elevated salary, with an estimated annual base from $45,000 to $70,000, plus flight pay and per diem. The package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, profit sharing, and full travel privileges.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the One Flight Attendant position pay at Delta Air Lines?
This role offers a pay range of $48,600 - $75,600. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, base/airport, seniority, and shift at Delta Air Lines in Ames.
Where is this One Flight Attendant job based?
This position is based at the airport serving Ames, IA. Delta Air Lines operates at airports across the region, but this specific opening is tied to the Ames base.
How long is training for this One Flight Attendant role?
Flight attendant training at Delta Air Lines is typically 3–6 weeks of paid, in-residence training at the airline's training center. You'll cover FAA safety procedures, emergency evacuations, first aid/CPR, service standards, and aircraft-specific equipment.
Do I need prior airline experience for this One Flight Attendant job?
No prior airline experience is required. Delta Air Lines provides paid training for new hires. This is an entry-level opportunity open to candidates with customer service, logistics, or related backgrounds.
What are the overnight shift hours for this position?
Overnight airport shifts at Delta Air Lines in Ames typically run from approximately 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM, though exact times vary by airline and operation. Overnight roles usually include shift differential pay on top of base rate.
Does Delta Air Lines offer flight benefits for this role?
Yes. Delta Air Lines extends flight privileges to employees — free standby travel on the airline's flights and deeply discounted confirmed tickets worldwide — typically for you, your spouse, parents, and eligible children. Benefits start on Day 1 or within the first 30–90 days depending on role.
