Liquor Store Associate - PT (Vernon)

Otter Co-op; Vernon; On-site; CAD 25,141 - 29,136; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages ($18.25 to $21.15 hourly)

Annual bonus program

Comprehensive benefits package

Team discounts on various products

Education assistance program

Job summary

Otter Co‑op in Vernon is looking for Part-Time Liquor Store Associates at Angry Otter Liquor. Responsibilities include providing excellent customer service, processing transactions, and maintaining store organization. Candidates must be over 19, hold a Serving It Right license, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. The role offers competitive hourly wages ranging from $18.25 to $21.15.

Join a diverse team that values integrity, community, and excellence, and enjoy benefits including a comprehensive package and discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience in liquor retail preferred.
• Must hold a valid Serving It Right license.
• Able to work various shifts including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to guests.
• Process register transactions and manage stock.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the store.

Skills

Liquor retail experience

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

Serving It Right license

WSET 1 accreditation

Job description

Otter Co‑op is now accepting applications for two Part‑Time Liquor Store Associates at our Angry Otter Liquor @ Monashees located in Vernon, 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.

What you’ll do

• Provide excellent customer service to guests in a courteous, efficient manner
• Process register transactions, refunds, returns, and activate gift cards
• Ensure register drawer is balanced at the end of shift following company procedures
• Stock, face, and rotate products on the shelves
• Receive, check, and put away deliveries
• Keep store and storage areas clean and organized
• Utilize product knowledge to promote sales
• Contribute to the team in living the Corporate Values of Integrity, Community, and Excellence
• Perform other duties as assigned

Why it matters

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

Who you are

• Liquor retail experience is preferred
• Serving It Right license is required
• Enjoy working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Team player with strong communication skills
• Problem solver and quick learner
• WSET 1 minimum accreditation is required to be obtained within the first year of employment
• Ability to physically lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs on a regular basis and stand for a full 8‑hour shift
• Committed to a SAFE working environment
• Reliable transportation (bus is not always reliable for all shifts)
• Over 19 years of age
• Open availability and able to work a variety of shifts that include mornings, afternoons, and late evenings (closing shifts ending at 10 pm) & weekends
• Position based out of Monashees Liquor Store; occasional travel to other locations may be required

What’s in it for you

• Competitive wages ($18.25 to $21.15 hourly)
• Wage increases based on hours worked and meeting expectations
• Annual bonus program for eligible team members
• Comprehensive benefits package and employer‑matched pension plan (eligible positions)
• Team discounts on gas, liquor, food, fashion, hardware, feed, and restaurant purchases
• Co‑op membership with an annual dividend payment on qualified purchases
• Education assistance program
• Learning opportunities to grow, develop, and foster a culture of teamwork and innovation

Otter Co‑op is committed to a diverse and supportive working environment based on 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.

Posting date: June 1, 2026