Requisition ID:  123803 

Career Group:  Store Careers 

Job Category:  Retail - Meat 

Travel Requirements: 

 

Country: Canada (CA) 

Province: British Columbia (CA-BC) 

City: Vancouver

Location: 4979 Arbutus Safeway 

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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 Production Specialist: 

You will deal directly with customers and answer questions on everything from grilling to nutrition. Our highly skilled Meat Clerks are trained here to prepare the outsttnding quality selections 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 

Preference will be given to candidates with previous Meat or Seafood experience  Safeway specific training will be provided 

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  Order writing  Receiving and rotating product  Filling meat and seafood counters and showcases  Use of hand wrapper, and scale  Pricing meats and seafood  Cleaning and sanitizing work area  Working with raw as well as cooked seafood 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  Able to work in a cold environment  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.