Retail Associate

Description

Employment Status:  Maternity Leave position
Terms: Part-time to start with potential for Full-time
Wage: TBD, based on experience and qualifications

Position Overview

Family-owned business committed to producing quality meat products, delivering exceptional customer service, and supporting our local community. We are seeking a dependable, enthusiastic, and versatile individual to join our growing team.

The Retail Associate will participate in a variety of activities, including customer service, merchandising, food preparation, packaging, inventory handling, and maintaining clean, safe, and organized work environments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide friendly, knowledgeable, and professional customer service.
  • Assist customers with product selection, recommendations, and purchases.
  • Operate the point-of-sale system and accurately process transactions.
  • Stock shelves, replenish displays, rotate products, and monitor inventory levels.
  • Assist with the preparation, packaging, weighing, and labelling of retail products.
  • Support deli counter operations and food preparation as required.
  • Follow proper food-handling, sanitation, and food safety procedures.
  • Assist with receiving deliveries, organizing stock, and identifying low inventory.

Qualifications

Skills Required:

  • Valid Food Handler Certification.
  • Positive attitude, reliability, and a strong work ethic.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to follow instructions and safety requirements.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Willingness to learn new skills and perform a variety of duties.

Preferred but not Required:

  • Previous experience in food, retail, or deli environments
  • Experience using point-of-sale systems.
  • Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food-handling practices.
  • Experience with food preparation, packaging, or inventory management.

*  Training will be provided to the successful candidate.

How to Apply

With the Position & Job ID in the subject line, email resume to:  jobs@employmentserviceselgin.ca

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Job Information

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Date Posted

November 13,2026

Salary

TBD

Location

Shedden

Job ID

MDS335-26(ESE)

Employment Type

Customer Service

Hours/Terms

Part Time

Application Deadline

December 10, 2026

Education Requirements

Food Handler Certification + Experience