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Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?

M&N has been in Parksville since 2000 serving the entire Vancouver Island as well as the rest of B.C.   Approximately 90% of our products are made in Canada and primarily made in B.C. We offer a white-glove delivery service and carry Sofas, Recliners, Cabinet Beds, Sofa-Beds, Bedroom Furniture, Adjustable Beds, Mattresses and more. We are a family run business with multiple awards for customer service from the BBB, Parksville & District Chamber of Commerce, the Business Examiner as well as many industry awards.

How many employees do you have?

We currently have a team of 8 working together.

What do you look for in a new employee?

We’re looking for employees that are punctual, flexible, reliable, and are team players and someone who is motivated to provide excellent customer service.

What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?

If someone is interested to work for our organization they should demonstrate they are motivated to improve their skills, to understand the business, and most importantly, are motivated to understand our customers.

Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so for what types of positions?

We do anticipate to hire a management role or training for management position that has some experience in management.  This decision will depend on timing.  Also, there are franchise opportunities available for the right employee.

What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your organization?

Please come by our location at 291 E Island Highway. Bring your current resume and let’s chat.

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Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?

We are a family run business with a flair for unique products and merchandising styles. We have a varied selection of jobs with something for nearly everyone. We have become a well-known tourist destination and a point of interest for our local community making this a fun and interesting place to work! Who wouldn’t want to have goats for co-workers?

How many employees do you have?

Our number of employees varies, fluctuating anywhere from 75 to 250 as required by the season.

What do you look for in a new employee?

We look for employees who are enthusiastic learners, are not afraid of hard work, who thrive in a high volume fast paced environment, have a strong desire to be successful and want to have fun with their co-workers and customers alike.

What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?

Listen to and follow directions given, be attentive to detail, be committed to the job, be punctual, do not be afraid to ask questions when unsure of something, be friendly and welcoming to our customers and have fun!

Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so for what types of positions?

As an ever-growing business we are always looking to hire good employees. We have a truly diverse business, so we are looking for numerous positions including cooks, clerks, servers, cashiers, bakers, dishwashers, doughnut makers or even goat whisperers.

What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your organization?

In person with a resume including references or by responding to our posts on websites such as the Career Centre and Indeed.