Grocery Sales Associate (Seasonal) - Eataly Sherway Gardens

Eataly; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Italian food marketplace in Toronto is seeking a Grocery Sales Associate. This seasonal role involves stocking, merchandising, and providing excellent guest service. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and previous retail stocking experience. The position offers flexible hours, including nights and weekends, and the opportunity for extensions based on business needs. Benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, and discounts at the company.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

RRSP

Bonus program

Free family meal daily

Discounts at Eataly

Classes on products and Italian cuisine

Referral bonus program

Qualifications

• Ability to work well with a team and maintain a positive attitude.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• Previous stocking experience in a retail environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Stocks, rotates, and merchandises products according to guidelines.
• Maintains a clean and organized back-stock area.
• Communicates inventory needs and problems to management.

Skills

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to:

• EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters
• SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
• LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge

Job Description

This is a Seasonal role, with an expected end date of 01/15/2026. Please note, this position may be extended past this date subject to the needs of the business.

The Grocery Sales Associate stocks and displays products in the Housewares and Grocery departments and provides outstanding guest service. Reports to the Market Manager.

Responsibilities

• Stocks, rotates, merchandises and faces products according to department procedures
• Ensures all grocery items are merchandised attractively as per quality standards
• Rotates products according to First In First Out (FIFO) standards
• Maintains and organizes back-stock and warehouse storage areas according to department standards
• Adheres to all guidelines about product recommendations and information
• Communicates department’s needs, adjustments and problems promptly and efficiently to manager
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment in compliance with department, federal and state regulations
• Performs light cleaning duties such as sweeping, dusting and packaging disposal as necessary
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and ability to work well with a team
• Verbal and written communication skills
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous stocking experience in a retail setting preferred

Job Requirements

• Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule including nights and weekends
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squatting
• Ability to use a hand truck, cart, box cutter, ladder and cleaning supplies

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• RRSP
• Bonus program
• Free family meal daily
• Discounts at Eataly
• Classes on products and Italian cuisine
• Referral bonus program
• and more!