Career and Job Opportunities
At the Charming Inns of Alberta, we are always looking for talented and motivated people to become part of our team, as either permanent employees or interns.
We offer some great opportunities for both experienced individuals, and for those who may be just beginning a career in the Tourism & Travel sector. We aim to attract and retain the most talented staff and employees for each of our Inns.
Each of our Inns offers some rather unique career opportunities that simply aren't easily found elsewhere. You'll work side-by-side with some of the most respected and knowledgeable people in the industry, discovering all that you can about what they do, how they work, and where they want to go in the future.
We pride ourselves in providing and supporting a continuous learning environment for all our staff.
We encourage you to investigate each of the current job opportunities listed below, and contact the respective Charming Inn for a full description and details on how to apply directly for the most suitable position(s) that match your skills and experience.
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Elkwater Lake Lodge & Resort -- Cypress Hills
Staff accommodation may be available
Contact Mike Crane – Operations Manager @ 403-893-3811
or by fax @ 403-893-3033, or email: mcrane@elkwaterlakelodge.com
or drop off or mail to 201 South Railway Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 2V2
Front Desk Agent
Job Number: 001
Compensation:
$9-$11/hr Depending on Experience
Qualifications:
No Experience Necessary, Will Train
Description:
Good Communication & Customer Service Skills a must. Computer Skills an asset. Must be able to work independently and problem solve. Will work with other front desk agents to efficiently check guests in and out, settle payments, address needs.
Full Time Day, Evening and Weekend Shifts
Room Attendant
Job Number: 002
Compensation:
$9-$10/hr Depending on Experience
Qualifications:
No Experience Necessary, Will Train
Description:
Be involved in each area of the Housekeeping Department, will report directly to Head Housekeeper and receive daily tasks from them. Some heavy lifting will be required, must be able to work efficiently and independently. Must be able to problem solve and report any room discrepancies to Head Housekeeper. Full Time Days and Weekend Shifts.
Restaurant Server
Job Number: 003
Compensation:
$8.50 per hour + tips + gratuities (banquets)
Qualifications:
Experience an asset, Will Train
Description:
Will work as part of the team in Buglers, serving the Restaurant, Lounge and Private Banquets in the Conference Facilities.
Must be over 18yrs old, able to work in a fast paced environment, handle cash and other transactions, make change, and above all have excellent customer service skills.
Full or Part Time, Days, Evening and Weekend Shifts available.
Line Cook
Job Number: 004
Compensation:
$11 - $13/hour + depending on experience, and Gratuities
Qualifications:
Minimum 1 year cooking experience preferable.
Description:
Will assist the Executive Chef in preparation of meals for the Dining Room, Lounge and Private Functions. Will Supervise in Executive Chef's absence. Must be able to pick up new recipes quickly and be able to execute timely preparation of meals in a fast paced environment. Breakfast, Lunches and Dinner served in restaurant and lounge, must be available to work any of those shifts on a rotating schedule. Food Safe certification is an asset.
Full Time Day, Evening and Weekend Shifts.
Bartender
Job Number: 005
Compensation:
Wage of $9.00 per hour + tips + gratuities (banquets).
Qualifications:
Able to work in a fast paced, busy environment
Good organizational and verbal communication skills
Service oriented, outgoing individual
Able to work in conjunction and cooperation with other staff members including kitchen and service staff, and management
ASIP certification is an asset
Responsibilities
o Provide efficient, friendly, and professional service to internal/external customers
o Utilize techniques to sell and promote the food and liquor menu
o Greet customers, and serve food and beverages
o Clear and reset Tables
o Ensure bar is fully stocked
o Maintain cleanliness of the bar
o Ensuring safe alcohol consumption with guests
o Completion of additional side duties as required or instructed
o Practice procedures for receipt, storage, variance and spillage of liquor, wine, beer
o Some banquet duties required/available
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KILMOREY LODGE -- Waterton Park
The Kilmorey Lodge and Aspen Village Inn offer full-time permanent employment on a yearly and seasonal (May until Labour Day and beyond) basis.
Some of the features we offer are extensive training, completion and performance bonuses, subsidized staff accommodations and meals and staff events.
The mountain environment offers many interesting activities including hiking, trail riding, boating, swimming and golf. Meeting and working with people from all parts of Canada gives you an opportunity to develop lifelong friendships. Adjoining Glacier National Park in Montana provides a unique international experience.
The following outlines the positions that we hire for and basic responsibilities.
Housekeeping - Cleaning guest rooms, public areas and laundry.
Food and Beverage Servers - Serving guests meals and beverages in a fine dining room and outdoor cafe.
Hostess - Greeting and seating people in our dining room
Busperson - Assist servers by cleaning and setting tables, serving water/coffee.
Dishwasher - Washing dishes using industrial dishwasher for dining room, lounge and kitchen
Front Desk - Telephone reservations and messages, greeting and checking guests in and out, daily bookkeeping and handling all guest needs. At the Kilmorey Lodge you will also be working a small lounge serving food and beverages.
Prep Cooks - Slicing/dicing, preparing vegetables, salads and desserts. May also work in outdoor cafe kitchen.
Saucier/Broiler Cooks - Pan and broiler work for preparation of meals for guests. Our items are prepared from scratch to provide the best experience possible.
Landscaping/Maintenance - First Impressions - Yard work for all properties i.e. cutting and tending lawns, flowers beds and helping with general care and building maintenance
We cross train as much as possible and work in an environment where teamwork and the ability to do is very important.
Wages vary depending on experience and position. Upon completion of contract a bonus is paid retroactive to the beginning of employment. This is only paid to those who stay through their contract date.
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Contact
Name: Paul Burgess or Maureen Akitt
email to travel@watertoninfo.ab.ca
Phone: 403-859-2334
Fax: 403-859-2342
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 100
Waterton Lakes National Park, AB, CA T0K 2M0