Safeway Canmore is seeking a part time or full time Meat Wrapper to join our Meat department, stocking shelves, rotating product, culling for freshness, wrapping and applying labels to in-store product and providing outstanding customer service. The candidate will be provided training and be offered a rewarding career opportunity for progression as well as a competitive starting wage rate. This position is unionized and subject to union dues; as well will be provided employee discounts and numerous other benefits. Interested individuals please submit resume to Store Manager, Tommy.Au@sobeys.com for immediate arrangements for interview.
Requisition ID: 170016
Career Group: Store Careers
Job Category: Retail - Meat
Travel Requirements: 0 - 10%
Job Type: Part-Time
Country: Canada (CA)
Province: Alberta
City: Canmore
Location: 8919 Canmore Safeway
Postal Code: T1W1P4
Safeway grocery stores provide an exceptional food shopping experience to consumers from Vancouver, British Columbia to Thunder Bay, Ontario. We are the newest member of Sobeys Inc.’s retail food offering which serves the needs of Canadians with more than 1,500 stores in over 800 communities from coast-to-coast. Whether it's your first job or you're ready for a new challenge, we have a career to fit your life. Our commitment to delivering top quality products and superior service to our customers, and for giving back to the communities we serve has earned us a reputation as an employer of choice for those looking for an exciting career in food retail.
Overview
About Safeway:
Safeway grocery stores provide an exceptional food shopping experience to consumers from Vancouver,
British Columbia to Thunder Bay, Ontario. We are the newest member of Sobeys Inc.’s retail food
offering which serves the needs of Canadians with more than 1,500 stores in over 800 communities from
coast-to-coast. Whether it's your first job or you're ready for a new challenge, we have a career to fit
your life. Our commitment to delivering top quality products and superior service to our customers, and
for giving back to the communities we serve has earned us a reputation as an employer of choice for
those looking for an exciting career in food retail.
A day in the life of a Meat Wrapper:
You will deal directly with customers and answer questions on everything from grilling to nutrition. Our
highly skilled Meat Cutters are trained here to prepare the outstanding quality cuts that Safeway has built
its reputation on. Become part of the team that offers our customers some of our best-selling products.
Job Description
Experience
No previous experience required
Knowledgeable of various cuts of meat an asset
Key Responsibilities
Upholds and complies with company procedures, standards and policies in all situations
Greets customers in a polite and friendly manner
Demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with Safeway’s programs
Maintaining and building merchandise displays in compliance with Safeway programs
Use of commercial power equipment
Order writing
Receiving and rotating product
Filling meat counter and showcases
Use of hand wrapper, and scale, pricing meats
Cleaning and sanitizing Job Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Ability to learn quickly
Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Highly motivated and team oriented
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written form
Possess strong Customer Service qualities
Works in a safe and responsible manner
Available to work flexible hours
Evening and weekend availability is strongly encouraged
Must be available to be scheduled anytime on Sunday (Alberta Only)
Physical Requirements
(Seldom: Not Daily, Rare: 0-5% of shift, Occasional: 6-33% of shift, Frequent: 34-66% of shift, Constant:
66-100% of shift)
Constant lifting of up to 20 pounds
Occasional lifting of between 20-50 pounds
Constant gripping
Frequent standing, bending, walking, twisting, carrying, pushing or pulling
Occasional exposure to cold temperatures
Why work for us:
We offer regular pay increases for hourly employees, flexible scheduling and a comprehensive benefit
plan that includes employer funded prescription drug coverage, vision care, dental coverage, and pension
plan for eligible employees.
We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic individuals who enjoy giving our customers the best shopping
experience. If you want the chance to join one of the best retail teams in the industry, enhance your skill
set, learn from experts and advance your career, this is the place to be. We are an award winning
organization that is renowned for its inclusive work environment and recognized as a great place to work.While all responses are appreciated only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.
We appreciate the interest from the Staffing industry however respectfully request no calls or unsolicited resumes from Agencies.
