Fresh Produce Clerk – Full-Time

Food Basics; Waterloo; Sur place; EUR 21 000 - 25 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Food Basics is seeking a Produce Clerk to join our full-time team. You will ensure the produce department is fresh, well-stocked, and well-presented, helping customers find items and offering storage and selection tips.

The role requires the ability to lift 30–50 pounds, stand for long periods, and work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. A unionized environment and wage scale per the collective agreement apply.

Qualifications

• Customer service driven.
• Able to stock merchandise and create displays.
• Good product knowledge and attention to detail.
• Able to lift between 30 to 50 pounds.
• Retail experience is considered an asset.
• Able to stand for extend periods of time.
• Must be available to work flexible shifts which may include nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsabilités

• Unload shipments of produce and sort items in the backroom and cooler.
• Stock shelves and displays with fresh produce, ensuring items are rotated (first-in, first-out) to maintain freshness.
• Create visually appealing displays and arrange items neatly.
• Inspect produce for freshness and quality, removing any damaged or spoiled items.
• Ensure that all produce meets the store’s quality standards.
• Monitor temperature and humidity levels in the produce section to maintain optimal storage conditions.
• Assist customers with locating specific items and provide information about different produce or products in other departments.
• Offer recommendations on how to select and store produce.
• Answer customer inquiries and address concerns.
• Keep the produce section clean and organized, including sweeping and mopping as needed.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and tools regularly.
• Dispose of waste and compostable materials properly.
• Monitor inventory levels and restock items as needed.
• Perform regular inventory counts and report any discrepancies.
• Notify management of low stock or out-of-stock items.
• Ensure all produce is correctly labeled with prices and product information.
• Update signage for promotions, sales, and seasonal items.
• Verify that prices in the system match the displayed prices.
• Reduce and price items as needed.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Use equipment and tools safely and properly.
• Report any safety concerns or incidents to management.
• Assist with gathering shopping carts or baskets and putting them away when needed.
• Assist with special promotions, events, or projects as assigned by management.
• Collaborate with other departments as needed.
• Additional duties assigned by Management.

Connaissances

Customer service

Stock merchandising

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 30-50 lbs

Retail experience an asset

Stand for long periods

Flex shifts including nights, weekends

Description du poste

Food Basics is seeking a Produce Clerk to join our full-time team. You will ensure the produce department is fresh, well-stocked, and well-presented, helping customers find items and offering storage and selection tips.

The role requires the ability to lift 30–50 pounds, stand for long periods, and work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. A unionized environment and wage scale per the collective agreement apply.