On November, macosXrumors was the first to report on Apple's plans to open a retail store in Toronto. The news had been confirmed by Apple later in the same day and was reported by News.com.

Early this week, a reader has noticed on ComputerWork.com, a site specialized in I.T. jobs, that Apple has started hiring staff for its forthcoming retail store. A "Mac specialist" job is offered by Apple on the Toronto location as shows this job posting dated February the 2nd.

Here is an extract of the job description :

- Enrich the lives of Apple customers by providing unparalleled customer service.
- Provide complete and appropriate solutions for every customer, regardless of the potential revenue they represent.
- Collaborate and communicate with team to drive sales.
- Reach out to the small business community by networking with clients; connect with local area teachers, parents and students through "School Nights at the Apple Store."
- Keep your store in tip-top shape by maintaining store presentation and visual standards.
- Demonstrate responsibility and protect Apple's assets through loss prevention awareness.
- Give solutions-based presentations to customers.
- Comply with all company policies and procedures faithfully. Follow Apple's steps of service with every customer.
- Execute all POS transactions quickly and accurately.
- Communicate positively with store team members, customers, channel partners, and headquarters. Remember, you represent the Apple brand.
- Have the ability to be on your feet up to 8 hours a day.
- Oh yeah - and have fun! After all, this is Apple.

The job description shows that the job requires sales and Mac related technical skills. It is not indicated on the offer if Apple looks for one only or more sales persons though. The Toronto Apple retail store will open in mid-2005.