Front End Clerk

Food Basics; Sarnia; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer in Sarnia is seeking a part-time Front End Clerk. The role requires a strong focus on customer service, effective communication skills, and the ability to work flexible shifts, including nights and weekends. Responsibilities include assisting customers, maintaining a friendly atmosphere, and supporting front-end operations. The starting hourly wage is $16.60, with potential for higher pay based on experience. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of the company.

Benefits

Dynamic work environment

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Customer service driven.
• Strong communication skills.
• Retail experience is an asset.
• High attention to detail required.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with their needs.
• Maintain a friendly and helpful demeanor.
• Support front-end operations.

Skills

Customer service driven

Strong communication skills

Retail experience considered an asset

High attention to detail

Basic computer and register skills

Able to lift up to 30 pounds

Able to stand for extended periods

Available to work flexible shifts

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Front End Clerk - Part Time

Position Type: Part time

Job Requisition ID: 46360

Banner: Food Basics

Employment Type: Permanent

This position is part of a unionized bargaining unit. The hourly wage for this position starts at $16.60 and is established in accordance with the collective agreement. Depending on a candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, education, and prior experience, a higher hourly wage may be offered. Any hourly wage offered for this role, whether starting or higher, will fall within the wage scale established for this position in accordance with the collective agreement.

This is a posting for an existing permanent part-time position.

Overview / Perks of the Role

Be in the action and help make the difference when serving our customers. Become a brand ambassador and share your passion for food with our customers. Our front-end team is fundamental to Food Basics overall success.

If you are interested in joining, enjoy meeting new people and helping others, the front-end department is waiting for you.

Qualifications

• Customer service driven
• Strong communication skills
• Retail experience considered an asset
• High attention to detail and basic level of numeracy skills
• Basics computer and register skills an asset
• Able to lift up to 30 pounds
• Able to stand for extended periods
• Must be available to work flexible shifts which may include nights, weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

The responsibilities and relationships assigned to this role may change as is necessary to achieve the business objectives.

Disclosures

Disclosure on Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment: At METRO, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our hiring practices. In compliance with Ontario's Employment Standards Act (Bill 149), we disclose that METRO and certain third-party job boards we use incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) technology to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for positions. The use of AI helps us efficiently review the large volume of applications we receive, ensuring that every candidate's profile is considered promptly and consistently. This technology supports our goal of providing an equitable and streamlined recruitment experience for all applicants. While AI tools support our recruitment procedures, all decisions throughout the process are made exclusively by METRO's Talent Acquisition team or METRO employees. At no stage does AI determine recruitment outcomes.

METRO is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that reflects the communities we serve. The company values, respects and relies on the diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and points of view because it allows us to innovate, make better decisions and better understand our customers. We will consider qualified applications from all walks of life to build the best team.

We encourage you to let us know if your current condition requires accommodation in the recruitment process so that we can accommodate you.

Please note that we will only contact those whose applications are selected. We respectfully request that agencies do not contact us or send unsolicited applications.