Produce Clerk, Second Produce Department

About Sobeys Inc.

Join Sobeys Inc., recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, and become part of a company deeply invested in quality and community. Originating from a modest meat delivery venture in Stellarton, Nova Scotia, Sobeys has expanded to over 128,000 employees across more than 1,500 corporate and franchise locations nationwide. Our banners include Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, Lawtons Drugs, Voilà, among others, uniting us as one collective family.

Role Overview

Step into a vital role within our Produce Department by offering exceptional customer service and supporting all facets of produce operations. This position includes stepping in to supervise the team in the absence of the Produce Manager and fostering a positive culture of employee development and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver courteous and professional assistance to customers tailored to their needs.
• Lead and oversee produce staff when the Manager is unavailable.
• Encourage a workplace environment focused on coaching and growth for team members.
• Accurately fulfill customer orders within the produce section.
• Manage the receiving and proper handling of produce deliveries.
• Conduct daily preparation tasks to maintain freshness and presentation of produce.
• Arrange and merchandise the produce area effectively to attract customers.
• Apply SMART retailing principles specific to the Atlantic region.
• Conform to rigorous sanitation protocols to guarantee department cleanliness.
• Follow and execute all company standards and administrative responsibilities as needed.

Candidate Qualifications

• Ability to multitask with a strong work ethic operating independently in a fast-moving environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication abilities surpassing average expectations.
• Completion of a High School Diploma or equivalent education.
• At least 12 months of relevant work experience in a similar role.

Additional Information

We uphold a Total Rewards program supporting our team’s well-being, offering benefits such as health and dental care, retirement and savings plans including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at select locations, virtual healthcare, Employee and Family Assistance resources, learning opportunities, parental leave enhancements, and paid vacation. Sobeys is committed to equitable and competitive compensation aligned with individual qualifications and internal fairness within legislative guidelines.

Applicants will be required to verify their legal authorization to work during onboarding. Sobeys embraces inclusive hiring practices providing accommodations throughout recruitment upon request. The recruitment process may incorporate AI tools for screening and assessment purposes; however, final hiring decisions rest solely with our hiring teams.