Part Time Grocery Clerk

The Root Cellar Village Green Grocer at Oxford Corner; Victoria; On-site; CAD 1,929,000 - 2,480,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

20% store discount

Job summary

The Root Cellar is hiring a Grocery Clerk in Victoria, BC. You will maintain stock and display quality in grocery and dairy, and deliver exemplary customer service.

Responsibilities include merchandising, rotating stock, and ensuring displays are clean and inviting. Open availability for mid-day to evening shifts is preferred, with 12–20 hours per week available.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or grocery preferred.
• Ability to multitask in a high‑volume environment.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.
• Physical ability to lift 25–50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Open availability including mid-day to evening shifts, weekdays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Merchandise products to maximize sales and store appearance.
• Consistently provide excellent service to all customers.

Skills

Retail customer service

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Physical stamina

Flexible shifts

Job description

Join our amazing team and enjoy a 20% store discount!

Location: McKenzie Corner, 1286 McKenzie Ave., Victoria, BC V8P 5P2

THE ROLE

We are currently seeking a Grocery Clerk to join our Root Cellar team! As a Grocery Clerk, you will be responsible for various duties including maintaining stock levels, product quality, and display appearance in the grocery and dairy departments, as well as providing an exemplary customer service experience.

• Merchandise products to maximize sales, customer satisfaction, and complement overall store appearance.
• Consistently provide excellent service to all customers.
• Gain product and supplier knowledge to better serve customers.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of all displays and backstock areas.
• Effectively face, date check, and rotate product to minimize product loss.
• Assist in the building and maintenance of grocery displays.

WHO ARE WE

The Root Cellar sprouted from a deep passion for fresh, local food and sustainable food systems.

What began as a small idea quickly took root in Victoria, where the community embraced and amplified that passion - helping The Root Cellar grow into what it is today. Across both markets, we proudly offer Vancouver Island’s widest selection of locally grown, organic, and conventional produce, alongside a full-service butcher and deli, artisanal groceries, dairy, fresh breads, and bulk foods. At The Root Cellar, we’re committed to supporting local farmers and makers, celebrating great food, and creating a welcoming place where quality, care, and community come together under one roof.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• Preference given for retail customer service experience or previous grocery experience.
• The ability to multitask and work efficiently in a high-volume environment.
• A flair for organization and order in your surroundings.
• The physical ability to perform repetitive tasks, stand for long periods of time, work in a cool environment, and lift 25-50 pounds.
• Open availability and a flexible schedule including mid-day to evening shifts, weekdays and weekends. Around 12 to 20 hours available.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE

We offer competitive wages, a 20% store discount, and a Culture of Teamwork, Collaboration & Continuous Learning.