Sales Associate (SR - Auxiliary)

British Columbia Liquor Distribution Branch; Smithers; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-call hours

Job summary

British Columbia Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is seeking an Auxiliary Sales Associate for Smithers. This on-call role involves delivering friendly, professional service and supporting fast-paced store operations in our BC Liquor Stores network.

Qualified applicants will meet age and work eligibility requirements, possess a high school diploma, and demonstrate aptitude for cashier duties and calculations. Physical tasks including lifting are expected; on-call hours vary with store demand.

Qualifications

• Be able to communicate effectively and professionally with the public
• Be able to demonstrate aptitude for cashier and related duties, including calculations
• Be able to provide excellent customer service
• Be able to perform physically demanding work, including lifting 20-25 kg boxes

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Perform cashier duties, including accurate calculations and handling cash/transactions.
• Operate a variety of equipment and assist with BC Liquor Stores’ recycling program as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Cashier duties

Calculations

Education

Secondary school diploma

Job description

Auxiliary Sales Associate - Smithers

Positions Available!

At the Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) our vision of 'Service. Relationships. Results.' is all about providing a valued service, building strong relationships with our stakeholders, and achieving greater results for the province.

The LDB is one of two branches of government responsible for the cannabis and liquor industry of B.C. We operate the wholesale distribution of beverage alcohol within the province, as well as the household retail brand of BC Liquor Stores.

We employ nearly 5,000 people in over 200 communities and have been named one of BC's Top Employers since 2009 for offering exceptional places to work rooted in values of fairness and respect, work-life balance, and inclusion and diversity. We believe that our people are our greatest asset. Being a reputable employer with programs of skills training and professional development are what attract candidates to BC Liquor Stores, while our progressive, forward-thinking culture is why employees with a growth mindset thrive.

Auxiliary positions are on-call, meaning hours of work are not guaranteed and subject to availability. Auxiliary employees may not initially work a full 35-hour week, but with more hours worked and more seniority gained, more opportunities for more hours of work will follow.

We are dedicated to the highest quality of customer service, delivered with friendliness, individual pride, initiative, and retail passion! If you fit this description and you are prepared to work in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply to become a part of BC Liquor Stores.

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following qualification requirements:

• Be at least 19 years of age
• Be able to legally work in Canada
• Be able to provide excellent customer service
• Be able to communicate effectively and professionally with the public
• Be able to demonstrate aptitude for cashier and related duties, including calculations
• Be able to perform physically demanding work, including lifting 20-25 kg boxes
• Have a valid Serving It Right Certificate
• Have a secondary (high) school diploma or equivalent certificate

BC Liquor Store Sales Associates may be required to operate a variety of mechanical and hand-operated equipment, in addition to handling large volumes of bottles as part of the LDB's recycling program.

Rate of pay for Auxiliary Sales Associate is $29.9434 per hour. Shift work is required.

A Criminal Record Check is required.