Casual Store Clerk - Amherst & Amherst Express

Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation (NSLC) is seeking Casual Store Clerks for Amherst and Amherst Express. This role offers an hourly rate of $19.27 and a flexible schedule as a casual position with varying hours.

You will handle transactions, promote safe and responsible sales of beverage alcohol and cannabis, and support store operations in a fast-paced retail environment. Qualifications include 19+ years of age, Grade 12 or equivalent, ability to lift 40 lbs, and willingness to undergo a criminal

Qualifications

• Be at least 19 years of age.
• Have your Grade 12, GED, or equivalent.
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Be physically able to lift 40lbs.
• Be willing to complete a Criminal Record check upon hire, or provide one issued within the last 6 months.
• Be willing to work shift work, particularly evenings and weekends.
• Be bilingual in predominantly French speaking communities.
• For Eskasoni Location, bilingual in English and Mi'kmaw and a member of the Eskasoni First Nation.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality customer service.
• Effectively handle transactions.
• Ensure safe and responsible sale of beverage alcohol and cannabis.
• Maintain store operations and safety in line with NSLC values.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

POS system

Product knowledge

Education

Grade 12 or GED

Tools

POS System

Job description

Casual Store Clerk - Amherst & Amherst Express Job Description Job Alerts Link Casual Store Clerk - Amherst & Amherst Express Requisition ID: 490 Hourly Rate: $19.27 Employment Type: Casual Department: Region - Central Job Location: Amherst Closing date at 11:59pm on: Oct 30, 2026

The Opportunity

Casual Store Clerks are responsible for providing high quality customer service, effectively handling transactions, ensuring our mandate to manage safe and responsible sale of beverage alcohol and cannabis is adhered to, and performing other responsibilities necessary for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the store. The Store Clerk is expected to perform these responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the Purpose, Vision, and Values of the NSLC.

This is a casual position meaning hours can vary from week to week.

Qualifications

As a qualified candidate, you will:

• Be at least 19 years of age
• Have your Grade 12, GED, or equivalent
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Be physically able to lift 40lbs
• Be willing to complete a Criminal Record check upon hire, or provide one issued within the last 6 months
• Be willing to work shift work, particularly evenings and weekends
• Be bilingual in predominantly French speaking communities
• For our Eskasoni Location, candidates must be bilingual in English and Mi'kmaw and be a member of the Eskasoni First Nation

As an ideal candidate, you will also have:

• Previous customer service experience
• Relevant sales experience
• Previous cash and/or Point of Sale system experience
• Previous experience in the beverage alcohol industry

About Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation (NSLC)

Our people are the heart of what we do, why we do it, and are the key to our ongoing success. Since 1930, we have come together for the good of this beautiful province we call home. The NSLC manages the safe and responsible sale of beverage alcohol and cannabis in Nova Scotia. We contribute to the good of our province with responsible sales, the impact we have on the communities we serve and by the financial contribution we make that helps create a stronger Nova Scotia. We are WCB Safety Certified, and committed to improving the well-being of our customers, employees and communities across the province. For more information about the NSLC, please visit our website .

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