Jobs, jobs and more jobs! Training opportunities, tips and loads of employment information included for you in the JAM Update for July 17, 2023.

Lots of jobs to ponder, as well as workshops to support your job search! Check out our Employer of the Month and Tip of the Month! Find it all here in your JAM update for July 4th!

Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?

We are a family run business with a flair for unique products and merchandising styles. We have a varied selection of jobs with something for nearly everyone. We have become a well-known tourist destination and a point of interest for our local community making this a fun and interesting place to work! Who wouldn’t want to have goats for co-workers?

How many employees do you have?

Our number of employees varies, fluctuating anywhere from 75 to 250 as required by the season.

What do you look for in a new employee?

We look for employees who are enthusiastic learners, are not afraid of hard work, who thrive in a high volume fast paced environment, have a strong desire to be successful and want to have fun with their co-workers and customers alike.

What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?

Listen to and follow directions given, be attentive to detail, be committed to the job, be punctual, do not be afraid to ask questions when unsure of something, be friendly and welcoming to our customers and have fun!

Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so for what types of positions?

As an ever-growing business we are always looking to hire good employees. We have a truly diverse business, so we are looking for numerous positions including cooks, clerks, servers, cashiers, bakers, dishwashers, doughnut makers or even goat whisperers.

What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your organization?

In person with a resume including references or by responding to our posts on websites such as the Career Centre and Indeed.

 

An invitation to Career Centre clients for our BBQ this Wednesday; FREE training opportunities for Youth in the carpentry and electrical trades; and many, many job opportunities to explore! You’ll find those and more in our JAM Update for June 19, 2023. Click here.