Department Second Produce-FT

About the Role

Sobeys is hiring a full-time Produce Department associate in Kingston, Nova Scotia, Canada. In this position, you will help create a positive shopping experience by delivering courteous, professional service and supporting all core activities in the Produce Department. When the Produce Manager is away, you will also step in to guide department staff and help keep operations running smoothly.

Role Overview

This opportunity sits within Store Careers under the Retail - Produce job family. It involves day-to-day produce operations, customer support, merchandising, sanitation, order handling, and administrative tasks as needed. The role is intended for someone who can work independently, stay organized in a busy retail setting, and contribute to a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist customers with produce-related questions and service needs.
• Oversee produce team members when the Produce Manager is not available.
• Encourage a coaching-focused workplace that supports employee growth.
• Prepare and complete customer produce orders.
• Receive incoming produce shipments and orders.
• Carry out daily produce preparation tasks.
• Display and merchandise produce in the department.
• Support SMART retailing practices for the Atlantic region.
• Keep the department clean and maintain required sanitation standards.
• Follow all relevant company procedures and operational standards.
• Handle administrative work associated with the role when required.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Comfort working independently in a fast-moving environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Solid work ethic with the ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
• High School Diploma.
• At least 12 months of relevant experience.

Additional Information

Requisition ID: 195773

Career Group: Store Careers

Job Category: Retail - Produce

Travel Requirements: 0 - 10%

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: Canada (CA)

Province: Nova Scotia

City: Kingston

The company is a large Canadian grocer with a long-standing presence across the country and a strong focus on community impact, employee support, and customer service.

Compensation and Benefits

The posted pay range for this role is $17.00 to $21.80 per hour. Final pay will depend on factors such as work location, experience, skills, internal equity, and market conditions.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental coverage.
• Life insurance, plus short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Access to virtual healthcare and an employee and family assistance program.
• Retirement and savings plan.
• 10% in-store discount at participating banners and access to additional discount programs.
• Learning and development resources to support career growth.
• Parental leave top-up.
• Paid vacation and days off.

Workplace and Hiring Notes

Applicants with disabilities can request accommodation throughout the hiring process. The employer may also use artificial intelligence tools to support screening, assessment, and recruitment efficiency; however, hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

Selected candidates must be able to provide proof of legal authorization to work in the role during onboarding, and that documentation will be reviewed before employment begins.