Fairmont Banff Springs Resort Activities Animator Part-Time

   				
FAIRMONT
 
405 Spray Avenue, Banff, AB
Part-time
Fairmont Banff Springs
405 Spray Avenue, Banff, AB
Job details

Job type
Part-time
Shift and schedule
8 hour shift

Location
405 Spray Avenue, Banff, AB

Full job description
Company Description

Who We Are:

Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It's the perfect work/life combination.


Job Description

Fairmont Banff Springs is looking for an energetic individual to assist in the delivery of our Resort Activities program through both the Youth Activities & the Outdoor Recreation Centre. Resort Activities Animators should have a wide variety of talents but above all should have excellent customer service skills and a willingness to learn.

Job Duties Include:

Facilitate and present small and large scale activities independently or with other Resort Activities Animators, as needed in a youth, family and /or adult environment
Assist in the set-up for all facilitated activities and execute clean-up duties upon completion of program, including cleaning and sanitizing of spaces and objects, before, during, and after the facilities open / activity ends.
Interact with and supervise all children participating in youth activities programs, ages 3-12 years, by providing a safe environment so children of all ages will enjoy themselves
Contribute new activity ideas and assist in the future development of Resort Activities, as well as other programs
Assist with the daily operation of the Resort Activities Centre which includes booking rentals and selling products and amenities.
Carry out all other tasks as assigned by the Resort Activities Manager or Executive Team
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Your Skills & Qualfications:

Current Standard First Aid with CPR “C” or greater is mandatory
Minimum two years recent experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced recreational / camp environment with children / family
Positive, outgoing and professional attitude with a passion for working with children
Previous experience facilitating / hosting many types of games, crafts, activities, interactive programming, etc and commanding the attention of children
Graduate or student of an Outdoor Recreation/ Ecotourism, Tourism, Early Childhood Education or College of Piping program an asset
Must be physically fit and able to run all activities in any weather including walking, hiking, playing sports (includes water sports)
Must be able to lift and carry 40+ lbs and be on your feet for 8 hours a day

Additional Information

Job Perks & Benefits:

One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $4/meal)
Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler
Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses
Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

At Fairmont Banff Springs, we believe that the strength of our team lies in its diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of the individual. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are dedicated to providing equal access to opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

If you are contacted by a Recruiter, kindly inform them at any stage of the recruitment process if you will need support or accommodations.

Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: bsh.careers@fairmont.com

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