Calling all techno-tainment enthusiasts, Best Buy is looking for approximately 200 employees who enjoy technology and entertainment and can help create a fun shopping environment for their customers. The Company is gearing up to open new stores in Richmond Hill and Scarborough, the fourteenth and fifteenth stores for the Greater Toronto Area, in November. The new Richmond Hill store will be located at 225 High Tech Road, in Richmond Hill and the Warden and Eglinton store will be located at 50 Ashtonbee Road, in Scarborough.
Best Buy Store Experience
Best Buy operates with a complete non-commissioned sales floor which offers customers a unique, no-pressure shopping experience with a variety of interactive displays and a broad selection of name brand electronic products, including the latest digital technology in Home Theatre, Digital Imaging, Home Office, Wireless Communication and Entertainment Software.
Offering a distinctive 'grab and go' atmosphere, Best Buy stores are open with wide aisles, making it fun and easy for customers to see, touch and try out what they want before heading to the checkout. Should they want a little advice, Best Buy's 'Product Specialists' are readily available and focused on helping customers find the products and services that best fit their needs.
"We are so thrilled to be able to offer further employment opportunities to local job seekers with the expansion of these 2 new stores in the Greater Toronto Area," says Doug Newstead, District Manager. "The stores will offer customers a unique consumer electronics shopping experience that focuses on fun, interactivity and no-pressure browsing and both will be open just in time for this year's holiday season."
Joining the Best Buy Team
Job fairs will be held starting this Monday, August 28th, and will run for 5 weeks ending on Saturday, September 30th. Hours for the job fairs are Monday to Friday from 10:00am to 6:00pm and Saturday from 11:00am to 4:00pm. Applicants interested in employment at the new Warden and Eglinton store need to attend the Ontario Science Centre in Scarborough during the above dates and times, and those interested in the Richmond Hill store opportunities, the Staybridge Suites in Richmond Hill.
Prospective employees should apply online first by visiting www.BestBuyRetailJobsCanada.com to complete the first interview online, prior to visiting the job fair. Candidates should have their social insurance number on hand. The online application process takes approximately 20-30 minutes and candidates are notified if they meet employment requirements right away.
"Best Buy is looking for individuals who enjoy technology and entertainment and can help create a fun environment for our customers," said Deena Marsh, District Human Resources Manager. "In addition to great benefits, Best Buy provides regular performance reviews which offer opportunities for career advancement as the Company continues to grow and a generous employee discount program."
Retail positions available include cashier, customer service, non-commissioned sales, music/software specialists, merchandisers/inventory specialists, computer technicians, product security specialists and department supervisor positions.
Commitment to Community
Dedicated to being a true good neighbour, Best Buy supports programs that help youth develop their skill set, discover their talents and sustain a lasting interest in their education. Through partnerships with local organizations such as the United Way and Big Brothers Big Sisters, Best Buy provides assistance to programs that directly benefit children and families in communities where they have a presence.
About Best Buy Stores - Canada
Best Buy stores in Canada are a division of Burnaby, BC-based Best Buy Canada Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Best Buy Co., Inc. (NYSE:BBY). Best Buy is Canada's fastest-growing specialty retailer and e-tailer (www.bestbuy.ca) of consumer electronics, personal computers and entertainment software and also operates the Geek Squad (www.geeksquad.ca). There are currently more than 40 stores in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec.
Best Buy offers consumers a unique shopping experience with the latest technology and entertainment products, at the right price, with a no-pressure (non-commissioned) sales environment. The Company is committed to kids and communities, supporting non-profit organizations that help youth develop their skill set, discover their talents and sustain a lasting interest in education.
For more information about Best Buy, including store locations, visit www.bestbuy.ca
For further information: Lori DeCou, Best Buy, (604) 412-1012 (office), (778) 999-9357 (cell), ldecou@bestbuycanada.ca