Meat Clerk - Part Time

Metro; Toronto; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Metro in Toronto is hiring a Meat Clerk for a part-time, permanent position at Food Basics banner. The role focuses on keeping the meat department fresh, stocked, and aligned with quality standards. Shift coverage includes days, evenings, and weekends.

You will receive and rotate stock, ensure proper labeling and pricing, assist customers, and uphold strict food-safety guidelines in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Customer service driven.
• Able to stock merchandise and create displays.
• Good product knowledge and attention to detail.
• Able to lift between 30 to 50 pounds.
• Retail experience is considered an asset.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be available to work flexible shifts which may include nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload meat deliveries and store properly.
• Stock shelves, coolers, and displays with meat products.
• Rotate stock to maintain freshness.
• Inspect meat quality and remove items not meeting standards.
• Monitor temperatures in coolers and displays.
• Follow food safety guidelines to prevent contamination.
• Assist customers in locating products and make recommendations.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and tools regularly.
• Maintain correct labeling and pricing on products.
• Update signage for promotions and seasonal items.
• Perform regular inventory counts and report discrepancies.

Skills

Customer service

Stock merchandise

Product knowledge

Lifting 30–50 pounds

Retail experience

Flexible shifts

Stand for long periods

Job description

Position Title: Meat Clerk - Part Time

Position Type: Part time

Job Requisition ID: 50067

Banner: Food Basics

Employment Type: Permanent

The hourly wage for this position starts at $16.90 - $17.00 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.

Location: 830 Lansdowne Ave. Toronto, ON
Shift: Days, Evenings & Weekends

Join our team at Food Basics as a Meat Clerk!

You’ll play a crucial role in keeping our meat department fresh, stocked, and up to our high standards. Share your enthusiasm for quality meats with our customers and help them find exactly what they need.

Our meat department is a key part of Food Basics’ success, and we’re looking for friendly and energetic individuals who enjoy meeting new people and making a difference. If you love working in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about great food, join us and create a top-notch experience shopping experience for everyone!

What You’ll Do:

• Receive and unload meat deliveries, ensuring products are stored properly.
• Stock shelves, coolers, and displays with various meat products.
• Rotate stock to ensure freshness.
• Inspect meat products for quality and freshness, removing any items that don't meet standards.
• Monitor temperature in coolers and displays to ensure proper storage.
• Follow food safety guidelines to prevent contamination and ensure hygiene.
• Reduce the price on items that are near expiry.
• Help customers locate specific meat department products and provide recommendations.
• Help customers locate items in other departments when needed.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and tools regularly.
• Follow sanitation procedures to ensure a clean and safe environment.
• Dispose of waste and packaging materials properly.
• Monitor inventory levels and restock items as needed.
• Perform regular inventory counts and report any discrepancies.
• Notify management of low stock or out-of-stock items.
• Ensure all meat products are correctly labeled with prices and product information.
• Label packages with product information, weights, and prices when required.
• Update signage for promotions, sales, and seasonal items.
• Verify that prices in the system match the displayed prices.
• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Use equipment and tools safely and properly.
• Report any safety concerns or incidents to management.
• Assist with special promotions, events, or projects as assigned by management.
• Assist with gathering shopping carts or baskets and putting them away when needed.
• Collaborate with other departments as needed.

Qualifications:

• Customer service driven.
• Able to stock merchandise and create displays.
• Good product knowledge and attention to detail.
• Able to lift between 30 to 50 pounds.
• Retail experience is considered an asset.
• Able to stand for extend periods of time.
• Must be available to work flexible shifts which may include nights, weekends and holidays.

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

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.