Customer Service and Sales Associate (Part-time)

Hudson Orchard; Hudson; On-site; CAD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts on orchard products

Job summary

Hudson Orchard is seeking a friendly, bilingual sales associate for the country store season. You will welcome visitors, showcase organic and artisanal products, and assist with daily shop operations in a small team.

The role requires French-English fluency, strong communication, reliability, and an interest in local foods. Training on products and producers is provided, with employee discounts and potential return seasons.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in French and English (spoken).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Interest in local, organic, artisanal products.
• Reliable, well-organized, and punctual.
• Experience in retail or customer service is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors in French and English.
• Advise customers on orchard products and local goods.
• Process sales and cash register transactions.
• Restock products and report inventory needs.
• Ensure attractive product display and well-stocked shelves.
• Assist with labeling, packaging, and shelving of processed products.
• Collaborate with team to ensure a high-quality customer experience.
• Support daily store operations.

Skills

Bilingual French-English

Customer service

Cash handling

POS experience

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Employment Period: July 28, 2026 to October 30, 2026

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Salary: [$17.50/hour] to [$20.00/hour]Based on experience and qualifications

Job Description

Under the supervision of Anick, the selected candidate will be responsible for welcoming and serving customers at the orchard’s country store. They will help showcase orchard products as well as products from local producers, while contributing to the daily operations of the shop and assisting with tasks related to the preparation and labeling of processed goods.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet visitors in a warm and professional manner in both French and English
• Advise customers on orchard products and goods from local producers
• Process sales and handle cash register transactions
• Restock products and report inventory needs
• Ensure attractive product presentation and well‑stocked displays
• Help drive sales through a natural, discreet, and effective advisory approach
• Participate in labeling, packaging, and shelving of processed products
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure a high-quality customer experience

Profile required

• Bilingualism (French and English, spoken)
• Natural interpersonal skills and professional attitude
• Strong communication skills and ability to build trust with customers
• Interest in local, organic, and artisanal products
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail
• Punctuality and reliability

Assets

• Experience in retail or customer service
• Experience in a food shop, farmers’ market, or local specialty store
• Experience with point-of-sale (POS) systems
• Interest in organic agriculture and buying local

What We Offer

• Complete training on our products, partner producers, and customer approach
• A warm working environment in the heart of an organic orchard
• A welcoming, passionate, family‑oriented team
• A pleasant clientele of visitors and local food enthusiasts
• Opportunity to return season after season
• Employee discounts on orchard products
• A workplace where autonomy, initiative, and human connection are valued