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Position Title:        Retail Assistant, SHOP. at Spruce Meadows

Position: SEASONAL, Part Time
Expected Placement: Immediately
Wage: $20/hour

Spruce Meadows and Cavalry FC are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team in the Retail Support role. In this dynamic position, team members work both behind the scenes and front-of-house, playing an important part in delivering exceptional retail experiences during the Spruce Meadows show jumping tournament season, Cavalry FC matches, and a variety of other events throughout the year.

Located in the southwest corner of Calgary, Alberta, Spruce Meadows is a world-renowned show jumping venue that hosts internationally recognized tournaments and community events annually. Alongside Cavalry FC of the Canadian Premier League, the venue comes alive with sport, entertainment, and thousands of fans throughout the year.

Because many of our events take place on weekends and evenings, successful applicants must be comfortable working a variety of shifts, including weekdays, weekends, early mornings, days, and evenings/nights. Shifts will vary based on the 2026 Spruce Meadows Tournament season, the Cavalry FC soccer season, and other special events held year-round.

This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced event environment and being part of a team that helps create memorable experiences for guests and fans.

Please note that this is not a full-time position with guaranteed hours, and flexible availability is required.

Responsibilities (included, but not limited to):

• Maintain a professional demeanour throughout various situations.
• Assistance in other departments may be required during the term of employment.
• Tasks include: Serving and advising customers in-store and online, answering customer queries, replenishing stock, unloading deliveries. 
• Ensuring the Spruce Meadows standard is maintained in respect to all aspects of the company operations. This includes but is not limited to customer service, supplies, equipment, building conditions, overall cleanliness.                                                                               
• Responsible for ensuring all areas of concern are recorded and reported to the respective supervisors or appointed positions at the time of incident is crucial.
• Ensure Spruce Meadows accounting procedures are followed when executing all accounting processes.
• Responsible for executing professional and effective communication during all Spruce Meadows communication processes. 

Eligibility Requirements:   

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic spoken English proficiency required
• Reliable transportation to and from work (no public transit access available)

Availability & Work Environment:   

• Full availability and commitment to work all tournaments, soccer matches, and events throughout the year
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, early mornings, and late nights
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, dry) and in potentially dusty or noisy environments
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Experience & Skills:   

• Previous retail experience is considered an asset
• Knowledge of equestrian equipment is an asset
• Experience with Shopify is an asset
• Fluency in a second language is considered an asset
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective negotiation skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Team-oriented with a willingness to support colleagues
• Ability to follow directions while demonstrating initiative

Physical Requirements:   

• Physically capable of lifting and moving merchandise or deliveries as required

Conditions of Employment:    

The Spruce Meadows Mission Statement, the focus on excellent service, the heart and mind of the Southern Family is always at the forefront. This includes but is not limited to Spruce Meadows e-mail protocol, quotations, contracts, general correspondence and verbal communications; both in person and via telecommunications (See Spruce Meadows Policy and Procedure Manual, Spruce Meadows Code of Conduct, Spruce Meadows Confidentiality Agreement). All Spruce Meadows employees are expected to demonstrate and uphold the Spruce Meadows Mission Statement.

APPLYING

If you would be interested in joining our team, please mail, fax or email your resume/CV and Salary Expectations to:

Spruce Meadows
Re: Sales Associate, SHOP. at Spruce Meadows
18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW
Calgary, Alberta  T2X 4B7
Email: shop@sprucemeadows.com

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls, please.