Banff job offers may be accompanied by other benefits not available in other communities. A large number of businesses offer staff accommodation at rates that range from $4.00 – $9.00 per day (see “Accommodation” in “LIFE” section of this site for more information).  Also, if a hotel or a restaurant employs you, subsidized meals may be a benefit of employment.  Other perks may include ski passes if your job is in the ski industry, shuttle transportation or social clubs that offer activities at a reduced cost.  Some companies have low cost fitness memberships or access to spas or gym facilities available to their staff.

The community itself also offers benefits to Banff locals: see our “Life” section to find out more!

Bartender

Pay Range:   $5.90 - $8.71 plus Gratuities

Box Office Cashier

Pay Range:   $5.90 - $8.71 plus gratuities

Bus Driver

Pay Range:  $7.00 -  $11.50 per hour (plus gratuities in some cases)

Buser (Restaurant)

Pay Range:  $5.90 - $6.75 + gratuities

Canoe Rental Attendant

Pay Range: $6.00 – $8.50 per hour

Cashier

Pay Range:  $6.38-$13.74 per hour in many retail establishments, the starting wage for cashiers is at or just above minimum wage. Job benefits may include merchandise discounts.

Chef

Pay Range: Salaries for chefs vary a great deal, depending on the size and location of the establishment, volume of business and the chef's reputation.

Child Care Worker

Pay Range: $5.90 - $10.00 per hour depending on position and experience

Counselor, day camp - Recreation

Pay Range:  $8.00 - $12.00 per hour

First Cook 

Pay Range:  $10.00 -$14.51 per hour

Food Services Manager

Pay Range:  $22,000 – $48,000 salaries per year depending on the experience of the manager and the type and or size of the food service operation

Food Services Supervisor

Pay Range:  $9.00 - $13.63 per hour depending on the experience of the supervisor and the type and or size of the food service operation

Front Desk Agent

8.00-12.86 depending on experience and employer

Host/Hostess

Pay Range:  $5.90 - $6.75 plus gratuities

Housekeeper

Pay Range:  $6.50 -$13.05 depending on amount experience and level of commitment to a property

Kitchen Apprentice

Pay Range:  Kitchen Apprentice $8.00- $12.97 per hour

Professional Kitchen Steward

Pay Range:  $8.00 -$15.50 per hour some positions may offer gratuities in addition to the base rate of pay

Mountain Guide

Pay Range:  100.00 – 350.00 per day plus gratuities in some cases however there are many “down” days where there is no work available, especially in the “shoulder seasons”.

Raft Guide

Pay Range: From $80.00 to $140.00 per day depending on experience plus some companies offer bonuses (e.g. $ 5 per day bonus) and Staff accommodation at a low cost may be available White-water rafting guides are self-employed or employed by specialty companies in river rafting. Many outdoor sport and recreation guides work from May to October and find other employment during the winter months.

Retail Sales Associate

Pay Range:  $7.00 – $10.00  (If the retail establishment offers commission, the potential exists to exceed this wage range.)

General Gardener / Equipment Operator

Pay Range:  General Gardener/Equipment Operator $9.48 -  $11.50 per hour

Guest Service Attendant

Pay Range:  Guest Services Attendant $6.00 - $14.00 (may or may not include gratuities)

Server

Pay Range:  $5.90 - $7.70 plus tips

Supermarket Cashier

Pay Range: $ 6.38 - $13.74 per hour depending on position and experience