Disney is hiring for roles at its new island destination, Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.
ELEUTHERA, The Bahamas (January 12, 2024) – On February 3, Disney Cruise Line (DCL) will host a job fair in Eleuthera to fill positions at its new island destination, Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, opening to guests this June.
Date: Saturday, February 3
Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Preston H. Albury High School
During the job fair, attendees can meet with Disney leaders, learn more about career opportunities, and participate in on-site interviews. DCL is currently recruiting for a variety of positions with opportunities for training and advancement, including roles within:
- Administration
- Recreation
- Lifeguards
- Island services (culinary, custodial, landscaping, pest control)
- Safety and security
- Environmental
- Maintenance (plumbers, carpenters, HVAC, electricians, IT, projects, welders, upholstery, mechanics, plant operators)
- Human resources
All who are interested in joining the Disney team in Eleuthera are encouraged to attend this event to learn about career opportunities; registration is not required. Potential applicants are also encouraged to visit DCLJobs.com to join DCL’s opt-in mailing list to receive updates.
Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point will create sustainable economic opportunities for Bahamians, protect the natural beauty of the site, celebrate Bahamian culture, and help strengthen the community in Eleuthera. Disney Cruise Line is dedicated to recruiting and employing majority Bahamian workforce at its premier island destinations in The Bahamas and has committed to creating at least 150 well-paying operations jobs with benefits in a range of disciplines with opportunities for advancement at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. The project to date has created more than 300 construction-related roles – nearly tripling the number of jobs DCL committed to in its Heads of Agreement.
Upcoming Swim Test Tryouts
Another opportunity to express interest in joining the Disney Cruise Line team is by attending a swim test tryout for beach lifeguard positions at Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point and Disney Castaway Cay. Details about upcoming swim test tryouts are provided below.
Nassau
Tuesday, January 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Evolve Functional Fitness
Freeport
Wednesday, January 24, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
YMCA
Eleuthera
Friday, January 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Lighthouse Point Public Beach
In addition to career opportunities for local Bahamians, DCL is supporting small businesses and entrepreneurs through its partnership with the Eleuthera Chamber of Commerce and Access Accelerator Small Business Development Centre. DCL committed more than $1 million to fund the construction and operation of the Eleuthera Business Hub and its programming and has provided over $175,000 in grants to small businesses. DCL also opened a small office in the business hub to provide a convenient touch point between the company and local entrepreneurs, small businesses and community organizations.
For more than 25 years, Disney has introduced countless families to the beauty and spirit of The Bahamas and has provided significant economic impact while demonstrating a strong commitment to the environment and the community. Approximately 70 percent of the cruises offered by Disney have at least one stop in The Bahamas, all five of its ships are registered in The Bahamas and it is estimated that DCL operations currently contribute more than $70 million toward The Bahamas gross domestic product annually. For more information about Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, visit lighthousepointbahamas.com.
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About Disney Cruise Line: Since its launch in 1998, Disney Cruise Line has established itself as a leader in the cruise industry, providing a setting where families can reconnect, adults can recharge and children can experience all Disney has to offer. Today, Disney Cruise Line continues to expand its blueprint for family cruising with a fleet of five ships — the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy and Disney Wish — and three additional ships planned by 2025. Guests can sail out of ports around the world on exciting itineraries to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Alaska and Europe, among others. The homeport for Disney Cruise Line remains Port Canaveral, Florida, where it has its own specially designed terminal.