Barista/server

Position: Barista/Server
Location: Gananoque, ON
Wage: $15.50/hr
Start Date: May 15, 2023
End Date: September 3, 2023
35-40 hours/week
Language of Work: English (French is an asset)

**Opening Statement**:
Located in picturesque Gananoque, the Thousand Islands Boat Museum engages visitors with the special traditions and culture found along the Canadian shores of the St. Lawrence River. From adventures on the river in antique boats to dynamic in-water displays, the TIBM brings the river to life by telling stories through boats. Local marine heritage gets showcased in a whole new way in the recently completed $4.5 million dollar Boathouse, where visitors can experience river life through lively exploration.

**Position Summary**:
The successful applicant will:

- Complete sales related tasks and retail operations
- Prepare and serve hot and cold drinks for cafe clientele
- Serve customers quickly and efficiently
- Observe relevant health and safety standards
- Help, support, and contribute to daily museum operations
- Assist with marketing, education, and membership initiatives and activities
- Create daily content for social media
- Help organize all aspects of events
- Ensure that each visitor’s experience at the Boat Museum is engaging and meaningful and that all questions are answered accurately
- Provide orientation and information so that every visitor leaves with a greater understanding and appreciation for the rich history of the region
- Demonstrated interest and intrigue in Canadian and local history considered an asset
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Basic computer skills specifically in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience creating digital content is an asset
- Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, or have refugee status in Canada
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Be of legal age to serve alcohol and Smart Serve Certified
- Be willing to commit to the full duration of the work assignment

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 4 months

**Salary**: $15.50 per hour

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Tips

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 2023-04-15
Expected start date: 2023-05-15