Employment - Retail Associate

Retail Associate

Fortress Louisbourg Association

Full-Time Seasonal

Weekdays Weekends Holidays

Description

Position Start Date: June 23, 2025
Number of Weeks: 10
Hourly Wage: $16.00
Hours Per Week: 37.5 (Full-Time)
Students are encouraged to apply.

Job Summary

The Fortress Louisbourg Association is hiring Retail Associates to help deliver outstanding customer service across our gift shops located at the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site. This is a great opportunity for someone with an interest in retail, tourism, or history to gain hands-on experience in a fun, fast-paced setting.

As a Retail Associate, you’ll greet and assist visitors, process transactions, restock merchandise, and keep the store clean and organized. You’ll also stay up to date on products, promotions, and sales to help guests find the perfect souvenirs from their visit.

Key Responsibilities

  • Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner.
  • Accurately process sales using a cash register and Square POS system.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing store environment.
  • Restock shelves and arrange merchandise displays.
  • Assist with receiving shipments and conducting inventory counts.
  • Respond to customer questions and resolve any concerns.
  • Stay informed about current products, sales, and promotions.
  • Collaborate with fellow team members to achieve daily sales goals.
  • Follow all store policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Retail Team Lead.

Qualifications and Attributes

  • Prior retail experience is an asset but not required.
  • Strong customer service and communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a busy and dynamic retail environment.
  • Comfort with using POS systems (Square experience is a plus).
  • Familiarity with inventory and restocking procedures.
  • Ability to lift and move boxes up to 50 lbs.
  • Availability for a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
  • Reliable transportation to the Fortress of Louisbourg.
  • French language skills are an asset, but not required.
How To Apply

Fortress Louisbourg Association will be accepting applications for this opportunity via their Human Resource Information System (HRIS), or other external site. Please follow the link and the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.

To apply, you can visit our website:

Work With Us – Fortress Louisbourg Association

Or send in your resume & cover letter to jobs@louisbourg.ca

Apply here

Intended Audience

This employment opportunity is open for: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents who are able to work for any employer in Canada (study permit, open work permit holders).

Only applicants who are authorized to work in Canada will be considered.

Location Information
Community
Louisbourg
County
Cape Breton Regional Municipality
Province
Nova Scotia
Country
Canada
Opportunity Information
Employer
Fortress Louisbourg Association
NOC Code
—
Experience Required
An Asset
Available Openings
1
Pay Type
Hourly
Pay Period
Hourly
Remuneration Per Pay Period
$16.00/hour
Estimated Weekly Hours
—
Start Date
June 23rd 2025
End Date
August 29th 2025
Language
English
Posted on
April 7th 2025
Expires
May 30th 2025