Produce Associate at T&T Supermarket in Burnaby, British Columbia, CA

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Produce Department Head (or his/her delegates), this position is responsible for preparing various produce products in advance for customers to choose from. The position also requires stocking produce onto the display cases in the sales area, following the FIFO concept, provide good customer service to our customers by fulfilling their requests, and maintaining inventory and workplace cleanliness.

You Will

• Maintain inventory and product freshness by following FIFO concept; ensure the full display of various produce products
• Preform regular quality check, follow procedures to process sub-standard products and manage shrinkage
• Prepare various produce for sales activities, including but not limited to sorting, cutting, washing, weighing, packing and labeling various produce products and displaying them in the display cases
• Greet customers with good customer service, smiles, and friendly enthusiasm
• Assist customers in produce product selection and provide recommendations as required
• Maintain workplace cleanliness by keeping relevant work tools clean and well-kept
• Keep display cases and walk-in coolers clean and tidy

You Should Have / Be

• Flexible to work in shifts, including weekdays, weekends, evenings and statutory holidays
• Be prepared to stand for long periods, handle products hands-on, and lift products of up to 40 pounds on a regular basis; able to use work-related tools in a safe manner.
• Be prepared to work in low-temperature (0-4 ℃) environments regularly
• Not allergic to handling produce products
• Knowledge of basic work safety
• Relevant experience in handling produce products is preferred

This is an active job posting for a currently vacant position. We are recruiting to fill this role as part of our ongoing operational needs.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick, marriage, bereavement leaves
• Life/AD&D insurance
• Subsidized staff meal
• 10% in-store staff purchase discount

Shift

Shift work is required, including weekdays, weekends, and statutory holidays

Safety Statement

Safety continues to be T&T Supermarket's top priority. We've established health and safety policies and measures to ensure our Stores, Food Processing & Production Centres and Warehouse & Distribution are as safe as possible.

T&T Supermarket is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, veteran status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

* Salary negotiable & commensurate with experience and qualifications.