Fresh N Good Associate - PT (East Abbotsford)

Otter Co-op; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Annual bonus program

Benefits package

Pension plan

Team discount on store purchases

Co-op membership dividend

Job summary

Otter Co-op in Abbotsford, BC is hiring a Part-Time Fresh N Good Associate to support our Fresh N Good Food Program at Parallel Food Store.

You will prepare products, assist guests, and help with deliveries and display updates while upholding safety and sanitation standards. Open weekend shifts with a valid driver’s license and 1–2 years deli/food prep experience are assets.

Qualifications

• Must have Class 5 driver's license with a clean driving record.
• 1–2 years of deli/kitchen/food prep experience is an asset.
• Able to drive a delivery van in the Lower Mainland/Fraser Valley.
• Ability to lift 25–50 lbs and operate slicers, scales, cash registers.
• Excellent guest service, communication, and math skills.
• Must follow company procedures on food handling and sanitation.
• Open availability to work 7 days a week, 4:00am–9:00pm; weekend availability essential.
• Based at Parallel Food Store; may travel to other locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a wide variety of products for the Gas Bar Food Program (sandwiches, baked goods, popcorn, etc.)
• Deliver products to Gar Bars and Pubs across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley
• Provide responsive service at the Deli and treat counters; answer questions and make recommendations
• Slice, weigh, package, and price meats and cheeses
• Prepare special orders and party trays
• Update displays to showcase new items and promotions
• Keep work areas clean and ensure tools are in working order
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures

Skills

Driver's license

Food prep

Customer service

Math skills

Safety oriented

Shift flexibility

Job description

Otter Co-op is now hiring for a Part-Time Fresh N good Associate to assist with our Fresh N Good Food Program based out of our Parallel Food Store located in Abbotsford, BC.

Who we are:

Otter Co-op is a diverse and growing organization, serving the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley and BC Interior since 1922. With over 103 years in business and over 600 in our team, we are proud to be a locally owned and community minded member of the neighbourhoods we live, work and play in. We operate three food and pharmacy stores (including one with a fashion and hardware department), thirty Angry Otter liquor stores, one feed mill, two bulk petroleum facilities, the Highwayman Pub in Abbotsford, and multiple gas station/convenience stores. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.otterco-op.crs.

What you’ll do:

• Assist with the preparation of a wide variety of products for the Gas Bar Food Program, including but not limited to sandwiches, baked goods, popcorn, confectionary, flavored peanuts etc
• Delivery of products to our Gar Bars and Pubs throughout the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley
• Providing responsive, exceptional service to Guests at the Deli and treat counters by answering questions, making recommendations, providing samples, and responding to requests
• Recommending, slicing, weighing, packaging, and pricing meats and cheeses
• Preparing special orders and party trays
• Updating displays, cases, and other customer-facing areas to ensure new items and promotions are showcased
• Ensuring that work areas are ready to service customers by cleaning surfaces, equipment, and floors, removing trash, and confirming that tools are in working order
• Following all food safety and sanitation procedures established by the company and other regulatory agencies
• Cooperating with others to ensure Guest satisfaction
• Perform opening and closing procedures
• Contribute to the Team in living the Corporate Values of Integrity, Community and Excellence

Why it matters:

Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Retail Store Operations and:

• Must have Class 5 drivers license with a clean driving record
• 1-2 years of Deli, Kitchen and/or Food Prep experience an asset
• Must be comfortable with driving a delivery van throughout the Lower Mainland/Fraser Valley
• Ability to lift heavy items, ranging from 25 to 50 lbs., and operate equipment, such as meat and cheese slicers, scales, cash registers, etc
• Excellent guest service, communication, and math skills
• Ability to comprehend and follow all company procedures and regulations regarding food handling and sanitation
• A courteous and efficient approach to handling Guest requests, questions, and complaints
• Must be committed to a SAFE working environment
• The ideal candidate will have open availability to work a variety of shifts, 7 days a week from 4:00am-9:00pm. Weekend availability is a must
• This position is based at the Parallel Food Store, though it may require on occasion to travel and work at other locations as business needs require

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive Wages
• Wage increases based on hours worked & meeting expectations in the position
• Annual bonus program for all eligible team members
• For eligible positions: comprehensive benefits package and an employer matched pension plan
• Team discount on Gas, Liquor, Food, Fashion, Hardware, Feed & Restaurant purchases
• Co-op Membership with an annual dividend payment on qualified purchases
• Education Assistance Program
• Learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation

Otter Co-op is committed to a diverse and supportive working environment based on our Core Company Values of Integrity, Community and Excellence. We embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Posting date: September 16, 2026

Wage at time of posting: $18.25 to $21.15 hourly