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We are currently hiring Casual/On-Call Cafe Associates To be on the Museums on-call roster to cover for vacation, illness and staff vacancies. One week of paid training is provided at time of hire. About You: You are a Cafe Service Whiz who is passionate about working at one of the best attractions the Sea-to-Sky Corridor has to offer! You have a real passion for growing within the travel, tourism and cultural services (museum) hospitality/food service sector. You have (at minimum) a high school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education in food services, tourism, or hospitality considered an asset . At least one year of experience in a cafe service-related position is required to apply. Skills and attributes needed for this role include: Friendly, outgoing, and approachable. Basic math and cash handling skills, with the ability to process payment through cash as well as using a POS system; able to reconcile till, and do opening and closing cash handling duties. Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals, including families, children, and international guests. Able to learn and carry out the Museums processes and practices in both the cafe and retail spaces. Able to multi-task and respond to guest orders effectively in a fast-paced and environment adhering to Food Safe practices and WHMIS. A dependable team player who takes initiative to work effectively to problem solve and brainstorm with various parties, including colleagues and leadership within guest services as well as other departments. About the Role: Our Museum Cafe Associates are the point of contact for guests who visit The Chatterbox Cafe at the Britannia Mine Museum.This role supports our guests to have an optimal cafe experience and is integral to maintaining the high quality of guest service at the Museum. Responsibilities include: Serving guests in the Chatterbox Cafe; taking orders, processing payments. Food and beverage preparation as per the Museums standards (following all applicable safe food handling procedures and regulations). Cleaning and bussing duties. Performing opening and/or closing duties. Responding to guest inquiries. Preparing for the following days activities including daily cleaning or organizing. Acting as an ambassador for the Museum to our on site guests, providing a world class welcome! Abiding by the Museums Code of Conduct and the Museums Health & Safety Program. Secondary responsibilities in retail/ The Company Store (for lunch and occasional coverage) which include: Assisting guests with their full museum retail experience; seeking out merchandise or services sought, make recommendations for purchases & processing purchases. Showcasing the variety of merchandise available for sale. Restocking, pricing, merchandising and cleaning the retail area. Qualifications: Customer service, food service, caf and/or cash handling experience are an asset, however we are willing to train the right person. If you love working with people, and have a passion for food service pleases apply! Willing to complete a Criminal Record Check, as per the Museums policies. Willing to take Food Safe Level 1 (required). About the Museum: The Britannia Mine Museum is located on the ancestral and unceded territory of the Squamish Nation along the beautiful shores of Howe Sound. The Museum is a self-sustaining, non-profit organization, that creates accessible learning experiences to inspire discovery and connection through guided interpretive programming, self exploration opportunities, and the preservation of our historical site and artifacts. We deliver an entertaining world class experience that encourages an informed understanding of mining and its impact on the environment, communities and sustainability. Its our people that make Britannia Mine Museum a great place to work! Be part of a diverse, fun and hardworking team located on scenic Howe Sound on a magnificent historic site. Access the Vancouver Tourism Passport Challenge program, with the chance to explore many attractions in Vancouver and the Sea to Sky Corridor for free. Discounts on retail, admissions, food and beverage. A chance to meet and welcome guests visiting the area from all over! As an organization we value: Continuous Learning Quality Relationships (that are respectful, positive, genuine) Authenticity Financial Sustainability Museum Retail Associate Other Important Information: We encourage applications from all equity deserving groups. At least one weekend day per week and stat holidays are required, as these are our busiest times. All employees must complete a Criminal Record Check, in accordance with the Museums Child and Vulnerable People Code of Conduct. The cost and process is covered by the Museum. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Applicants must have access to reliable transportation as the Museum cannot be accessed by public transit. Free parking (all staff) Discounts on cafe food and beverages (all staff) Discounts in the retail store (all staff) Participation in the Tourism Passport Program (all staff) Statement on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility: Britannia Mine Museum is committed to fair and equitable treatment, representation and prosperity for all peoples in our communities and our industry. We condemn all forms of racism, discrimination, intolerance, and bigotry and work to use the power of the museum spaces, arts, creativity and self-expression to attain equality and representation for everyone. Britannia Mine Museum is committed to fostering community and organizational well being and actively explores any required changes to our policies initiatives , and practices to address the root causes of inequalities. Statement on Truth and Reconciliation: Britannia Mine Museum conducts its work on the unceded territory of the Skwxwu7mesh Uxwumixw. We respectfully honour their culture and tradition. We support the 94 recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and commit to taking action on recommendations involving museums, culture, arts and education. It is our hope that museums continue to be an integral part of the Truth and Reconciliation journey in this country. #J-18808-Ljbffr