We enjoy what we do at the YWCA of Banff. If you're an achiever who is passionate about where and the way you spend your days -- join our team. Your efforts will be appreciated here.

Some of our jobs LOOK like positions at other hotel facilities in the Bow Valley, but our organization's overall goals are designed to improve the lives of others. The benefits of working here includes not only the great scenery, but having a close-knit, supportive, fun community of staff in an organization that rewards excellence and dedication.

The YWCA of Banff has the following position available:

Manager of Housekeeping

We are seeking a Housekeeping Manager with the following skills and requirements :

* Customer Service Excellence
* Previous housekeeping experience in a supervisory capacity. Must be a hands on manager who can make quick decisions and set high standards of cleanliness and service.
* Self-starter; able to work independently
* Good sense of humour, high energy with good people skills.
* Computer knowledge, must be able to establish procedures and systems for their team.

Duties include but are not limited to :

* Oversee the entire housekeeping department in all areas of housing including: Hotel, permanent rooms, dormitories, meeting spaces and common areas.
* Recruit, train and supervise staff and manage volunteer workers.
* Part of the Operations team.

This position is permanent, salaried, full-time and available immediately. Staff accommodations are available and provided on-site.

Please submit resume, in person , by fax or email to:

Fione Wickson, Director of Operations
fione@ywcabanff.ab.ca

Servers - Sundance Bistro

We are seeking Servers with the following skills:

* Must speak and write English.
* Must be able to work independently
* Good customer service and knowledge are a must
* Previous cash handling experience is an assset
* Good work ethic, self-starter, organized.
* Eager to work in a small team environment.
* References & RCMP check mandatory.

Duties:

* Serve guests in a 40 seat restaurant.
* Serve for catering functions on our premises (meetings, special events, group services)
* Some lifting required

This position is permanent, full-time and available immediately. Shift work and weekends are required. Staff accommodations and meals are available and provided on-site.

Rate of pay: $8.40/hour plus gratuities

Please submit resume, in person to the Sundance Bistro, by fax or email to:

Fione Wickson, Director of Operations
fione@ywcabanff.ab.ca

Front Desk Agent

We are seeking a front desk agent with the following skills:

* Previous front desk or related hospitality/customer service experience preferred
* Ability to work in a fast paced environment - often unsupervised
* Strong communication skills. Must be approachable, open minded and possess excellent listening skills.

Duties:

* Maintain excellent customer service.
* Handle check-ins and check-outs in a polite & efficient manner.
* Preparation of reports.
* Ongoing communication with housekeeping department.

This is a full time position .Shift work is required. Staff accommodations provided on-site. Wage starts at $10.25 per hour

Please submit Resumé, in person, at the Front Desk, by fax or email to: Fione Wickson, Director of Operations
fione@ywcabanff.ab.ca
fax 760-3202

Maintenance Supervisor

We are seeking a maintenance supervisor with the following skills and pre-requisites:

* Must have 5th Class Power Engineer Certification
* Will consider applicants willing to upgrade their skills with demonstrated ability.
* Experience with carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting and groundskeeping is required.
* Highly motivated self-starter with great people skills and the ability to work without direct supervision.
*Assist Building Operations Manager in daily maintenance duties including: general repairs, renovations, preventative maintenance and operation of steam plant.

This job is a permanent full-time position.Wage: $14.00/hour. Staff accommodations provided on-site.
Please submit Resumé to:
Fione Wickson, Front Desk Manager
Email: fione@ywcabanff.ab.ca
Fax and mail as below.

Maintenance Worker

We are seeking a maintenance worker with the following skills:
* Previous experience preferred.
* Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, small repair, painting, safety & chemical usage.
* Able to work unsupervised; Motivated, energetic with good communication skills
* References & RCMP check mandatory.

Duties of the position will require f:
* Some general labour, outdoor landscaping, painting, small repairs, errands, window cleaning and floor polishing.
* Assistance in all areas of maintenace duties.

This is a full-time permanent position. Staff accommodations provided on-site.
Wages start at $10-12 per hour (D.O.E.)

Please submit resumé in person at the Front Desk, by fax or email to:
Fione Wickson, Director of Operations
fione@ywcabanff.ab.ca

Fax: 403-760-3202

Line Cook / Prep Cook - Sundance Bistro

We are seeking a Line Cook (Prep Cook) with the following skills:
* Grade 12 education minimum.
* Must speak and write English.
* Good work ethic, self-starter, organized.
* Eager to work in a small team environment.
* References & RCMP check mandatory.
* WHMIS, FOODSAFE certificates/training and experience on grill, flat top, soups, prep.

Duties:
* Prepare daily menu for guests in a 40 seat restaurant.
* Provide food and prepare for group functions on our premises (meetings, special events, group services)
* Develop daily specials.
* Stock rotation, assist with placing food orders.

This position is permanent, full-time and available immediately. Shift work and weekends are required. Staff accommodations provided onsite.
Rate of pay: $9.75/hour.

Please submit resume, in person to the Sundance Bistro, or by fax or email to:
Fione Wickson, Director of Operations : fax 760-3202
fione@ywcabanff.ab.ca

This page will be updated as required. Updated July 9, 2008