Produce Clerk (Casual) - Lacombe - Central Alberta Co-op

Job summary

The Produce Clerk is responsible for providing exceptional customer service and maintaining the fresh produce department. Duties include stocking, rotating inventory, preparing fresh-cut products, and ensuring compliance with food safety and temperature guidelines.

Job details

Join Our Team at Lacombe Food Store! Are you enthusiastic about delivering outstanding customer service? Do you excel in fast-paced environment? Our Lacombe Food Store is offering an excellent opportunity for you! We’re currently looking for a casual Produce Clerk to join our dynamic team. Position: Produce Clerk Casual: Less than 24 hours per week Availability: Weekdays and weekends - mornings, afternoons, and evenings Responsibilities: * Provide exceptional customer service * Guide customers to specific items * Assist in receiving and inspecting fresh produce * Stock, face, cull and rotate inventory following the First In, First Out (FIFO) process * Wash, cut, and package product for fresh cut program * Water plants and change water in flowers as required * Ensure consistent supply and display of fresh produce * Operate equipment safely * Maintain temperature logs and ensure all food and equipment temperatures comply with food safety guidelines * Verify package dates and remove expired products * Stay informed about Canadian Food Inspection Agency recalls and CAC’s required response, providing customers with current information * Practice safe food handling procedures and wear appropriate attire * Perform additional duties as assigned by the manager Qualifications: * Outstanding customer service and communication skills * Strong organizational skills * Ability to work in a fast-paced environment * Team player with the ability to work independently * Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; some heavy lifting is required * Applicants must be over 14 years old. (Employment Standards mandates a permit to employ a person aged 14 or under, thus disclosure is required.) Total Rewards: At Central Alberta Co-op, we value our team members and are committed to their well-being and success. As part of our dedication to providing a supportive working environment, we offer a range of Total Rewards: * Loyalty Discount Program: Enjoy discounts on merchandise as a token of appreciation for your dedication. * Employee and Family Assistance Program: Access confidential counseling, resources, and support services for you and your family. * Team Member Volunteer Program: Get involved in community initiatives and make a positive impact through volunteer opportunities. * Long Term Service Awards: Recognize and celebrate milestones in your career with us. * Leadership Development Program: Take advantage of growth opportunities and advance your career within our organization. Select the link for more information: https://www.centralalbertaco-op.crs/sites/centralalberta/local/detail/leadership-development-program [https://www.centralalbertaco-op.crs/sites/centralalberta/local/detail/leadership-development-program] Central Alberta Co-op is proud to uphold our Brand Values of Integrity, Responsibility, and Community. We offer competitive salaries, opportunities for advancement and personal growth, and benefits based on employment status. As a COR certified organization, we are dedicated to providing our team members and customers with a safe working and shopping environment. How to Apply: If you're ready to join our team and deliver exceptional service to our customers, please submit your resume online, along with three references and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and availability. Application Deadline: This posting will remain open until filled. Important Note: Successful candidates must provide their Social Insurance Number before their first shift. We appreciate your interest in joining our team. However, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Central Alberta Co-op is here to serve our members and customers with products and services that help build, feed, and fuel individuals and communities. We are a different kind of business, being member-owned means that any profits are returned to our members and stay in the local economy. We live where you live, work where you work, and help grow the economy right here. At Central Alberta Co-op, our Leadership Development Program [https://www.centralalbertaco-op.crs/sites/centralalberta/local/detail/leadership-development-program] supports team members - whether new to the organization or growing within it - in building the skills, confidence, and experience needed for leadership roles. The program aligns with our values and culture, helping you grow, take on new challenges, and advance your career at Central Alberta Co-op.

What you’ll do

The Produce Clerk is responsible for providing exceptional customer service and maintaining the fresh produce department. Duties include stocking, rotating inventory, preparing fresh-cut products, and ensuring compliance with food safety and temperature guidelines.

Requirements

Applicants must possess strong communication and organizational skills and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and candidates must be at least 14 years old.

Benefits

• Loyalty Discount Program
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Team Member Volunteer Program
• Long Term Service Awards
• Leadership Development Program

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Customer service
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Teamwork
• Inventory management
• Food safety
• Product handling
• Equipment operation
• Support Services
• Organizational Skills
• Lifting Ability
• Microsoft Excel
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Economics
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Leadership
• Leadership Development
• Merchandising
• Food Inspection
• Enthusiasm

Job areas

• Retail
• Customer Service & Support
• Food & Beverage
• Casual Clerk
• Stocking Clerk
• Stock Clerks
• Stockers and Order Fillers

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