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Come Join the Team at the
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden


Part Time CASHIER/TOUR GUIDE

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, one of Vancouver’s top museum/cultural attractions and award-winning heritage site, invites applications for the position of Cashier and Tour Guide. Under the direct supervision of the Operations Manager, this position will carry out all activities associated with the daily duties in the Visitor Services area of the Garden and Giftshop.

This is a part-time (10-25 hours/week) position, working weekdays and weekends some additional shifts during the events. Some holidays and evening work may also be required.


Duties:
• Ensure the effective and efficient delivery of cashiering services
• Open and/or close the facility, which includes cash count, bank deposit, balancing or reconciliation of daily records, setting/disarming security system, etc
• deliver interpretive tours to an international audience
• Greet customers, and provide excellent customer service.
• Assists with signage for special events and weddings
• Assists with set-up, dismantling, and clean up of special events
• Performs general on-site maintenance and housekeeping duties
• Answers general enquiries regarding all aspects of the Garden’s activities and events
• Maintains a professional and co-operative relationship with guests, staff, and volunteers
• Other duties as required


Qualifications:
• Experience handling cash and credit payments
• Experience working with the public
• Must have excellent communication skills (fluent in English) additional languages an asset
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to deal effectively with emergency situations
• Ability to represent the Garden with a high degree of professionalism and enthusiasm
• Able to work independently, energetic, and dependable.
• Must be presentable and well-groomed.
• Interest and/or knowledge of Chinese culture and history.

Wage: $8.50/hr plus 4% vacation pay. Deadline for application January 25th, 2008


Please apply in writing with a resume and cover letter to the attention of Constance Barnes, by fax to (604) 682-3207, email to operations@vancouverchinesegarden.com or delivery to 578 Carrall St. Vancouver, BC V6B 5K2.


No phone calls please. We thank all applicants however only those selected will be contacted.




* Location: Dr.Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
* Compensation: The rate is $8.50 per hour