Animator

• Lead activities for individual, family and group customers according to schedule
• Welcome and inform customers about the activities.
• Loan out equipment (ice skates, skis, snowshoes, paddle boards, kayaks, etc.)
• Maintain safety standards during activities
• Be responsible for site maintenance (trails, skating rinks, etc.) 
• In winter, bring a meal with snowmobile and sled to a prospector's tent for a travel agency group.
• Maintain material and equipment (inspection, repair, cleaning)
• Provide a quality customer experience at all times and ensure customer satisfaction.

Experiences and strengths

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Positive, dynamic and proactive attitude
• Enjoy working outdoors, whatever the season, always with a smile!
• Any related experience relevant to the position will be considered an asset: good knowledge of ecosystems, first aid courses, experience as an outdoor leader or guide, etc.

Skills and qualifications

• Diploma in animation or outdoor activities (an asset)
• Fluency in French and an intermediate level of English, as we have an international clientele and you will need to communicate in English 20% of the time.

Working conditions

• Full-time position between 30h and 40h / week during high season (depending on weather and traffic). 
• Flexible working hours between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m.
• Good physical condition, ability to carry weight and stand for long periods. Must be active for long periods. 

• A work environment in the great outdoors that won't even make you feel like you come home to work every morning.
• The chance to grow with friendly, welcoming, charming, caring colleagues and more (the list goes on).
• The possibility of having a cheap accommodation in the village of Saint-Michel-des-Saints (less than 15 minutes by car).
• Free access to several activities offered on site during your free time.
  • In all seasons: the swimming pool & baths area
  • In summer: canoe, kayak, pedal boat, paddleboard
  • In winter: cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, skating, tubing...
• The opportunity to enjoy the activities at a lower cost with a discount exclusively for our employees.
  • In summer: watercraft, pontoon, rowboat, ATV, fatbike, pond fishing
  • In winter: snowmobile, dog sledding, fatbike, ice fishing
• A little bit hungry about working hours? No worries, we also offer you a discount at the restaurant and bistro on site at the Auberge.
• Discounts for family and friends at Auberge du Lac Taureau and an employee discount at all Ôrigine Artisans Hôteliers hotels. 

Do you want to live this completely out of the ordinary experience with a warm and dynamic team? All you have to do is send us your CV! We look forward to meeting you, and who knows, welcoming you to our great family!