Meat Clerk - Part Time

Location: 830 Lansdowne Ave, Toronto, ON
Shift: Days, Evenings & Weekends

Join our team at Food Basics as a Meat Clerk and be part of something special! You'll play a crucial role in keeping our meat department fresh, stocked, and up to our high standards. Share your enthusiasm for quality meats with our customers and help them find exactly what they need.

Our meat department is a key part of Food Basics' success, and we're looking for friendly and energetic individuals who enjoy meeting new people and making a difference. If you love working in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about great food, join us and create a top-notch experience shopping experience for everyone!

Responsibilities:

Stocking and Displaying Meat:

• Receive and unload meat deliveries, ensuring products are stored properly.
• Stock shelves, coolers, and displays with various meat product.
• Rotate stock to ensure freshness.

Quality Control:

• Inspect meat products for quality and freshness, removing any items that don't meet standards.
• Monitor temperature in coolers and displays to ensure proper storage.
• Follow food safety guidelines to prevent contamination and ensure hygiene.
• Reduce the price on items that are near expiry.

Customer Assistance:

• Help customers locate specific meat department products and provide recommendations.
• Help customers locate items in other departments when needed.

Maintaining Cleanliness:

• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and tools regularly.
• Follow sanitation procedures to ensure a clean and safe environment.
• Dispose of waste and packaging materials properly.

Inventory Management:

• Monitor inventory levels and restock items as needed.
• Perform regular inventory counts and report any discrepancies.
• Notify management of low stock or out-of-stock items.

Labeling and Signage:

• Ensure all meat products are correctly labeled with prices and product information.
• Label packages with product information, weights, and prices when required.
• Update signage for promotions, sales, and seasonal items.
• Verify that prices in the system match the displayed prices.

Following Safety Procedures:

• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Use equipment and tools safely and properly.
• Report any safety concerns or incidents to management.

Assisting with Special Tasks:

• Assist with special promotions, events, or projects as assigned by management.
• Assist with gathering shopping carts or baskets and putting them away when needed.
• Collaborate with other departments as needed.

Qualifications:

• Customer service driven.
• Able to stock merchandise and create displays.
• Good product knowledge and attention to detail.
• Able to lift between 30 to 50 pounds.
• Retail experience is considered an asset.
• Able to stand for extend periods of time.
• Must be available to work flexible shifts which may include nights, weekends and holidays.