Deli Clerk - Red River Co-op at Gimli Food Store

The Opportunity:

Red River Co-op is recruiting for the position of Deli Clerk at Gimli Food Store located at 83 Centre Street in Gimli, Manitoba. This position reports to the Deli Manager. The Deli Clerk adds value to our Co-operative by delivering world-class customer service; ordering and stocking deli merchandise; merchandising and displaying product; cooking and preparing fresh foods; slicing lunch meat and cheese; and maintaining department cleanliness and housekeeping standards.

Essential responsibilities of the position include the following:

• Maintain sections of merchandise (luncheon meat, cheese, home meal replacement, hot food, bulk product, packaged product) as assigned in an effective manner. Ensure first-in, first-out rotation is followed at all times, and that close-dated product is reported to the Deli Manager.

• Ensure the deli department is properly stocked with merchandise and faced at all times.

• Receive, inspect, and store orders upon delivery to ensure all product is immediately stored in proper temperature-controlled environment.

• Prepare fresh value-added product and home meal replacement items as per established Co-op recipes and procedures. Ensure consistency in ingredients used and preparation method at all times.

• Perform general housekeeping duties to ensure department image and safety standards are followed.

A full responsibility list will be provided to candidates selected for interviews.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will bring the following skills and competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal skills. We’re looking for someone who builds great relationships with co-workers and customers.
• Strong customer focus and interest in serving others.
• Previous experience in a retail deli department is considered an asset.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds repeatedly

• Open availability and willingness to work different shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends

Red River Co-op welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process by contacting the Human Resources Division at (204) 631-4600, or [email protected], or in person at 10 Prairie Way in Winnipeg.

Total Rewards:

Red River Co-op offers a comprehensive total rewards package including group insurance, a strong pension plan, and an employee discount. Advancement opportunities abound in the Co-operative Retailing System, and we encourage ongoing professional development along with up to 100% reimbursement for post-secondary course work. Additional details will be shared with candidates as part of the interview process.