The Kootenay Co-op is looking for a Deli Lead who is passionate about cheese, olives, and fine foods to join our Deli department!

If you’re great at leading a team, able to provide great customer service, and eager to build strong working relationships, apply now! This position will be 32-40 hours per week, weekend availability is required.

SKILLS + QUALIFICATIONS

The Deli Lead must have and continue to develop skills in the following areas:

• FoodSafe certification

• Experience and/or professional training in the food/retail industry

• Organization, preparation and storage of all Deli department products

• Technical expertise in the operation of relevant equipment and machinery

• Demoing and merchandising product

• Knowledge of whole, natural, and organic foods and the impact consumer choices have on local farmers, producers, and communities.

• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to develop and maintain favorable relations with customers, staff, and vendors.

• Cooperative, respectful communication skills

• General product knowledge, such as location of items or categories within the store • Basic knowledge of how to navigate SMS and how to print shelf tags

• Ability to safely lift 25-50lbs repetitively.

DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES

• Excellent knowledge of products carried in the department, offering general assistance to customers

• Ensure that all sections of the department are more than adequately stocked and faced at all times

• Maintain cleanliness standards as required by the Public Health Regulations and the Deli Manager

• Inform manager of updates to product info and price changes as required

• Work independently to coordinate the flow of inventor

• Assist with product selection

• Collaborate with Deli Manager in planning, set up, and organization of displays

• Make decisions on applying discount/ clearance stickers according to inventory levels and expiry dates

• Notify manager of shorts or excess stock to coordinate with weekly orders

• Go over spill/spoil and record

• Coordinate staff in the absence of the Deli Manager

• Collaborate in department procedures to ensure continued efficacy Assist Deli Manager with staff training as required

• Must be available to work morning, afternoon and weekends shifts

• Physical receiving of deliveries and proper handling of invoices

WHY WORK AT THE KOOTENAY CO-OP?

Employees of the Co-op are truly unique.

Our friendly, talented staff have created a culture of inclusiveness + teamwork, along with a passion for bringing organic, sustainable food to the Nelson area.

Employees receive a store discount, health + dental benefits when working full time, RRSP contributions, and competitive wages.

We value work-life balance, continuous improvement, and maintaining a friendly work environment where each staff member can get involved in making the Co-op a great place to shop & work.

This position is for 32-40 hours per week.

Rate : $19.00-$22.50/ hour depending on experience