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 Grocery Clerk:
As a customer yourself, you know how important it is to find exactly the products you are looking for.
Maintaining a well-stocked store so that the customer shopping experience is quick, easy and efficient is
the key to building loyalty. That is why our Grocery Clerks play such an important role in the success of
our stores. Full training is provided for this position.
Job Description
Experience
No previous experienced required
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
Stocking product to shelves such as Dairy, Frozen, and non-perishables
Maintaining and building merchandise displays in compliance with Safeway programs
Rotation of product
Loading and unloading of product for the sales floor
Backroom and inventory management
Operating a cash register as needed for relief during peak business hours
Any other duties as assigned by the Store Manager
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
Constant reaching, gripping
Frequent bending, walking, standing, twisting, pushing or pulling
Occasional lifting of up to 20-50 pounds
Occasional computer and point of sale system use
Occasional crouching, kneeling, squatting
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.
Competencies
