Guest & Operations Support Worker

Pêmiska Tourism | Beardy’s and Okemasis Cree Nation (BOCN)

Location: Beardy’s and Okemasis’ Cree Nation | Duck Lake | Fort Carlton Provincial Historic Park

Employment Type: Part-time, term

Start time: April 6th, 2026

End Date: Oct 2nd, 2026

Deadline to Apply: Friday, Feb 23rd, 2026 at 5:00 PM.

We are seeking a Guest & Operations Support Worker to support daily operations throughout the tourism season. This culturally led role is essential to ensuring guests feel welcomed, respected, and cared for from the moment they arrive.

The Guest & Operations Support Worker plays a key role in supporting housekeeping, guest services, tours, and general operations to help deliver a smooth, positive, and culturally respectful experience for all visitors.

We want you to join our award winning team, and share Cree culture with the world.
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Responsibilities

Support daily operations by assisting with housekeeping, guest check-ins, and general lodge readiness, while providing friendly hospitality, supporting tours and cultural experiences, and helping staff as needed during peak periods to ensure smooth and positive guest experiences.

  • Assist with cleaning and preparing lodges and shared spaces between guest stays
  • Support laundry duties, including washing, drying, and folding linens and towels
  • Help maintain cleanliness, organization, and readiness throughout the season
  • Greet guests upon arrival and help them feel welcome
  • Provide lodge keys and assist with guest orientation
  • Respond to guest questions and offer friendly, helpful guidance
  • Assist with tours and guest activities as required
  • Support culturally led experiences and uphold Pemiska Tourism values and traditions
  • Provide flexible support across all areas of operation
  • Assist other staff during peak periods to maintain efficiency and guest satisfaction

Qualifications

Enrolled in or working toward a degree in History, Indigenous Studies, or a related field, or possessing equivalent knowledge or lived experience. Heritage Interpreter training is a strong asset, along with Service Best and Standard First Aid certification. A valid driver’s license and clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Checks are required.

Friendly, reliable, and willing to assist where needed

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to work independently and take initiative

Interest in cultural tourism and community-based values

Previous experience in hospitality or tourism is considered an asset, but not required

A valid Driver’s License is considered an asset

Working Conditions

Requires availability for evening and weekend work in a physically active, outdoor-focused role involving light cleaning, trail maintenance, and litter removal. Duties include hiking and walking long distances, lifting and carrying materials up to 10 kg, clearing and maintaining trails with hand tools, and working safely in a variety of weather conditions.

  • Weekend and evening work is required.
  • Light cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping and wiping of facilities; picking up litter and debris.
  • Lifting and moving program materials weighing up to 10 Kg.
  • Working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
  • Hiking and walking a minimum of 5 km while carrying a pack weighing up to 10 kg.
  • Clearing and maintaining trails using hand tools.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit a covering letter, resume, a list of three professional references, and proof of all required qualifications (copies accepted) to:

Submit to:

Human Resources Officer

Beardy’s and Okemasis’ Cree Nation

PO Box 340

Duck Lake, SK

S0K 1J0

Email: hr@beardysband.com

Re: Landscape & Maintenance Worker

Fax: 306-467-4404