Fresh Produce Specialist

Food Basics; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Food Basics in Mississauga is hiring a Produce Clerk to keep our produce section fresh, well-stocked, and attractively presented. You will help customers find items and share knowledge about fruit and vegetables.

This permanent full-time role supports a unionized team, with starting wages at 18.00 per hour, and increases based on knowledge, skills, and experience. Join our fast-paced team focused on quality produce and service.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Stock merchandise

Display creation

Product knowledge

Lifting 30-50 lbs

Flexible shifts

Job description

Food Basics in Mississauga is hiring a Produce Clerk to keep our produce section fresh, well-stocked, and attractively presented. You will help customers find items and share knowledge about fruit and vegetables.

This permanent full-time role supports a unionized team, with starting wages at 18.00 per hour, and increases based on knowledge, skills, and experience. Join our fast-paced team focused on quality produce and service.