Full -Time Produce Clerk

Northwest Employment Works; Sioux Lookout; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local grocery store in Sioux Lookout, Ontario is seeking a motivated Produce Clerk to provide exceptional customer service and maintain the quality of fruits and vegetables. Responsibilities include cutting and preparing produce, managing inventory, and ensuring a clean work environment. Ideal candidates have strong attention to detail, good communication skills, and can lift up to 50 pounds. This is a permanent, full-time position offering competitive wages and benefits after a probationary period.

Benefits

Medical & Dental Benefits

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Discount at Fresh Market Foods

Discount at Your Dollar Store with More

Qualifications

• High school education preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety guidelines and flexible availability.

Responsibilities

• Cut fruits and veggies, prepare food service items.
• Ensure proper stocking and organization of produce.
• Provide friendly and professional customer service.
• Conduct quality checks and pack orders for delivery.
• Maintain cleanliness per health and safety standards.
• Keep the production team informed about waste and product availability.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Good communication

Interpersonal abilities

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Flexible hours availability

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Are you passionate about fresh produce and exceptional customer service? We’re looking for a motivated Produce Clerk to join our team and help us deliver top-quality fruits and veggies to our valued customers. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working with a dedicated team, this is the job for you!

Responsibilities

• Cut fruits and veggies, and prepare delicious food service items like parfaits and stir-fry mixes.
• Ensure prompt stocking and rotation of produce, keeping our cooler, back room, and produce hallway organized and clutter-free.
• Provide friendly and professional service, assisting customers and taking accurate orders over the phone.
• Conduct quality checks, remove damaged products, and pack orders for delivery.
• Maintain a spotless work area by cleaning equipment, sweeping, and mopping as per health and safety standards.
• Keep the production team informed about daily waste and fresh product availability.
• Follow safe food handling guidelines and store procedures diligently.
• Perform opening tasks like setting up the produce floor and closing duties such as turning off devices and disposing of garbage.
• Ensure an exceptional shopping experience by addressing inquiries and providing assistance.
• Be ready to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications and Skills

• High school education preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, good communication and interpersonal abilities,
• Knowledge of health and safety guidelines, availability to work flexible hours
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.

Terms of Employment

Permanent Full-time (40 hours/week)

Positions

1

Wage/Salary

Starting at $17.20 – $19.00 per/hour (depending on experience)

Closing Date

January 30, 2026

Benefits

After completing the 3-month probationary period, employees are enrolled in our Group Benefits which include Medical & Dental Benefits, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Maple Program and access to our staff only gym. Additionally, employees receive a 10% discount at Fresh Market Foods and a 20% Discount at Your Dollar Store with More.

Location of Work

79 Queen Street; Sioux Lookout, ON P8T 1A1

Language of Work

English, French (an asset but not a requirement)

Transportation

Fresh Market Foods will cover a one-time round-trip travel cost for the successful candidate to our location and back to their permanent residence at the end of the work period. This does not include the cost for a full trailer move (household goods, trailers, or large personal belongings etc).

Apply with Resume to

Liz Ward, Human Resources Manager

Email: [e-mail]

Fresh Market Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all interested applicants to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided during the hiring process.