Food Clerk

Valleyview Co-op; Elk Point; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local cooperative grocery store in Elk Point is seeking Food Store Clerks for various departments including bakery, deli, customer service, and grocery. Candidates will provide excellent customer service, operate the Point-of-Sale system, and maintain department standards. The role requires a Grade 10 education or equivalent experience, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. A comprehensive benefits package and professional development opportunities are provided to team members working over 24 hours a week.

Benefits

Industry competitive compensation

Full benefits for 24+ hours/week

Company matched pension plan

Team member discount program

Mental health support programs

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Capable of standing and moving throughout your shift.
• Experience with Point-of-Sale systems.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to provide outstanding service.
• Operate the Point-of-Sale system and process transactions.
• Ensure department standards are met with inventory and stocking.
• Follow safety protocols at all times.

Skills

Customer focused

Action oriented

Team collaboration

Honesty and trustworthiness

Education

Grade 10 education or equivalent retail/customer service experience

Job description

Cornerstone Co-op invites applicationsfor all Food Store Clerk positions: Bakery/Produce Clerk, Deli/Meat Clerk, Customer Service Clerk, and Grocery Clerkpositions in Elk Point, AB. This is an evergreen posting advertisement for positions that we regularly hire for throughout the year. It is a way for Cornerstone Co-op to build a database of qualified, interested individuals so that the hiring process will be faster when there is a need to fill that type of role.

By applying, you’ll be added to our pool of qualified candidates, allowing for a quicker hiring process when positions become available. We may not be currently hiring for the role you apply for, but please apply if you are interested in being contacted in the future, and we will keep your resume on file for future consideration!

What you’ll do:

• Engage with member-owners and customers to provide outstanding Co-op experiences.
• Operate the Point-of-Sale system and processing customer transactions. Training will be provided if needed.
• Ensure department standards are met with inventory, ordering, stocking, and displaying.
• Follow opening and closing procedures.
• Resolve customer issues and answer questions.
• Process returns transactions efficiently.
• Maintain checkout operations by adhering to policies and procedures.
• Ensure proper maintenance and housekeeping in the store.
• Follow safety protocols at all times.
• Be available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays on a rotational basis.
• Demonstrate day-to-day behaviors and actions that align with and strengthen the Co-operative's vision, mission, values, and focus on safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support team operations and customer service initiatives.

Role-Specific Responsibilities:

• Bakery/Produce Clerk – Bake, package, price, and merchandise bakery products. Assist with decorating cakes and cupcakes. Receive, stock, and face produce products. Fill displays following department standards. Assist with freight. Cut produce items for the value-added program. Follow all safety and food preparation procedures.
• Deli/Meat Clerk – Cut, package, price, and merchandise deli products. Prepare and cook fried chicken. Provide meal solution suggestions and recommendations. Prepare and display butchered and seasoned meat. Receive, wrap, price, and merchandise meat products. Follow all safety and food preparation procedures.
• Customer Service Clerk – Operate the Point-of-Sale system to process transactions. Stock shelves with inventory. Process returns. Maintain checkout operations by following policies and procedures. Follow all safety procedures.
• Grocery Clerk – Operate the Point-of-Sale system, assist with warehouse and dairy freight, perform popcorn station duties, and retrieve carts. Ensure products are stocked, faced, and organized. Follow all safety procedures.

Why it matters:

We need you to lead outstanding Co-op experiences.

Who you are:

• You have Grade 10 education or equivalent retail and/or customer service experience.
• You’re able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• You are able to stand and move throughout your shift, including walking, bending, and reaching, while staying active with tasks such as assisting customers, unloading freight, and stocking shelves.
• You’re action oriented, customer focused and work well with other Team Members.
• You’re honest and trustworthy, are results-oriented and strive to be the best in what you do.
• You believe in building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter most, and you recognize the value that different perspectives bring to meet shared objectives.

Who we are:

Here at Cornerstone, we provide meaningful and rewarding careers with the ability to learn and advance. Whether you are starting your career, looking to re-enter the workforce, or looking for a new career opportunity, we welcome all applicants. We respectfully acknowledge that we do business on Treaty 6 territory, the traditional meeting grounds and gather place for our Indigenous neighbours and the homeland of the Metis. At Cornerstone, we embrace diversity and inclusion in an environment that promotes our values of Instills Trust, Collaboration and Customer Focused. Cornerstone Co-op proudly delivers outstanding customer service experiences to over 32,000 members from 23 different locations in 8 communities (St. Paul, Elk Point, Two Hills, Mannville, Dewberry, Vermilion, Wainwright & Provost).

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package that includes:

• Industry competitive compensation
• Full Benefits plan available for team members working 24 hours or more per week
• Company matched pension plan for eligible team members
• Team Member Discount Program
• Team Member Appreciation Incentives and Bonus Potential
• Mental Health and Wellness Support Programs
• Professional Development and Training Opportunities
• Community Volunteerism Recognition Program

If you are interested in a career at our Food Store, we encourage you to apply online today!

For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Tennille Ballas, Talent Advisor.

[e-mail] | 780-853-6732, ext. 2019

Team Members interested in the above position are to inform their immediate supervisor of their intentions before they approach the contact person. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.