Liquor Store Associate - PT (Whatcom)

Otter Farm & Home Co-operative; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector is seeking a Part-Time Liquor Store Associate to provide exceptional customer service at their location in Abbotsford, BC. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a Serving it Right license, and have a commitment to a safe working environment. This position offers competitive wages, opportunities for growth, and a diverse workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive wages with performance increases

Annual bonus program

Comprehensive benefits and employer-matched pension

Team discounts on various purchases

Co-op Membership with annual dividends

Education Assistance Program

Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications

• Preferred liquor retail experience.
• Ability to lift and stand for long periods.
• Open availability for various shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and process transactions.
• Stock and rotate products, maintain store cleanliness.
• Utilize product knowledge to promote sales.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Team Spirit

Problem-Solving

Quick Learning

Education

Serving it Right License

WSET 1 Designation

Job description

Otter Co-op is now accepting applications for a Part-Time Liquor Store Associate at our Angry Otter Liquor @ Whatcom located in Abbotsford, 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 100 years in business and over 1000 team members, we are proud to be a locally owned and community-minded member of the neighborhoods we serve. We operate three food and pharmacy stores (including one with fashion and hardware departments), thirty-one Angry Otter liquor stores, two feed mills, two bulk petroleum facilities, the Angry Otter Tap & Forno and Brewery in North Vancouver, the Highwayman Pub in Abbotsford, the Highwayman pub in South Surrey, and twenty-five gas station/convenience stores. To learn more about us and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit www.otterco-op.crs.

What you’ll do:

Reporting to the Liquor Store Manager, responsibilities include:

• Providing excellent customer service in a courteous, efficient manner
• Processing register transactions, refunds, returns, and activating gift cards
• Balancing the register drawer at the end of each shift following company procedures
• Stocking, facing, and rotating products on shelves
• Receiving, checking, and storing deliveries
• Keeping the store and storage areas clean and organized
• Using product knowledge to promote sales
• Contributing to the team by embodying the core values of Integrity, Community, and Excellence
• Performing other duties as assigned

Why it matters:

Our team provides products and services that support our member-owners, helping to build, fuel, feed, and grow Western Canadian communities.

Who you are:

You are seeking a career in retail store operations and possess:

• Preferred liquor retail experience
• Serving it Right license
• Enjoyment of working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong communication skills and team spirit
• Problem-solving abilities and quick learning skills
• WSET 1 designation (asset)
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs., and stand for a full 8-hour shift
• A commitment to a safe working environment
• Must be over 19 years old
• Open availability to work various shifts including mornings, afternoons, and evenings
• Willingness to travel and work at other locations as needed

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive wages with increases based on hours worked and performance
• Annual bonus program
• Comprehensive benefits and employer-matched pension (for eligible positions)
• Team discounts on Gas, Liquor, Food, Fashion, Hardware, Feed & Restaurant purchases
• Co-op Membership with annual dividend payments
• Education Assistance Program
• Opportunities for growth, development, and fostering a culture of teamwork and innovation

Otter Co-op values diversity and inclusion, striving to create a workplace as diverse as the communities we serve. We support an environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work.

We thank all candidates for their interest; only those selected for the next steps will be contacted.

Posting Date: June 24, 2025

Starting wage: $17.85 to $20.33 hourly