Sales Associate (Culinary)

Culinary Sales Associate

Niagara Parks is currently recruiting for Sales Associates to join our Culinary Services team for the 2024 season.

This position compensates at a rate of $17.52/hr Seasonal Bargaining Unit and Part-Time employees.

Students will be compensated in accordance with Ontario Minimum Wage legislation.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

• 4% vacation pay;
• Passes to Niagara Parks attractions to share with family and friends;
• Free entry into all Niagara Parks attractions;
• Access to the Attractions Ontario Reciprocal Program;
• Free transportation on the Niagara Parks WEGO Bus Green Line and Falls Incline Railway;
• Free uniforms and parking;
• Flexible work schedules with the ability to work up to 40 hours a week;
• Employee discounts to Niagara Parks retail stores, culinary experiences, and golf experiences.

• Additional $1.43/hr for each hour worked in lieu of benefits (seasonal bargaining unit only);
• Eligible to enroll the company defined benefit pension plan.

QUALIFICATIONS

• No formal education required. Demonstrated knowledge and experience preferred.

• Previous cash experience is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of cash register and cash handling procedures; interpersonal and communication skills, customer service skills; knowledge of NPC facilities and services.
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and methods, basic math skills; knowledge of relevant health and safety procedures.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists the Manager or Supervisor with display, merchandise, and price changes, as needed.
• Reports any discrepancies to the Manager or Shift Supervisor.
• Operates a POS system to enter transactions, and contacts Supervisor for non- routine transactions.
• Follows established policies and procedures regarding money handling to protect against counterfeit bills.
• Assists in monitoring and reducing shrinkage.
• Audit/balance cash register at the end of the day.
• Secure workstations at the end of shift.
• Opens/closes location.
• Required to work weekends, shift work, and holidays.
• Providing knowledge of Niagara Parks attractions and passes, venues including hours of operation, bus routes, Accessibility.
• Provide guests with information, make suggestions, and give directions.
• Complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, First Aid, and established policies and procedures.
• Provides guests with information regarding all Niagara Parks Attractions.
• Maintaining a high level of professionalism with guests
• Promotes a positive image of the Niagara Parks Commission.
• Provides quality customer service that meets NPC standards; refers all concerns to Supervisor.
• Assists with various organization and cleaning duties
• As assigned.

The applications for the Culinary Sales Associate positions will be ongoing, however, applications will be reviewed and considered as they are received.

Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 6-8 months

Salary: $17.52 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Day range:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-31