SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Exceptional customer service and listening skills
• Open and eager to learn
• Ability to multi-task and work in a team-work environment

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school education or equivalent; butcher apprentice or diploma in culinary arts is preferred.
• Meat cutting experience in a retail environment is a nice to have however we are willing to train.
• Meat cutting experience in a processing plant/environment is an asset
• 2 years of food and beverage experience is a strong asset.
• Strong customer service experience, a positive attitude, and relationship-building skills are required.
• Ability to safely handle meat cutting tools, including knives, saws, power tools, grinders, and slicers, etc.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, busy retail store.
• Ability to prioritize work tasks, multi-task, and maintain focus while working under pressure.
• Ability to handle standing, bending, lifting, reaching frequently.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in a cold environment.
• Knowledge of and training in workplace health and safety is an asset.
• Valid Food Handler’s and First Aid Certifications are an asset.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must have flexible availability.
  We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity and are committed to creating a safe and respectful work environment and building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
  As part of our accessibility commitment, there are alternative ways to interview with us. Please inform us if you require interview accommodation.
  We thank the staffing/recruitment industry for their interest but request no calls or emails.
  We thank all interested applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
  Please note that any offer of employment may be contingent on the successful completion of a positive reference, and/or background checks.
  Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
  Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Toronto, ON M4W 2L7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• meat cutting: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Work safely and in compliance with our policies and processes.
• Answering customer questions, making recommendations, and generally providing strong customer service is a very high priority for this position.
• Ensuring the meat cases are well-stocked with fresh, high-quality meat and poultry products for our customers.
• Receiving stock.
• Cut, grind, wrap, weigh, price, and attractively merchandise meat products.
• Ensuring proper inventory control and product rotation to maximize product freshness and availability, while minimizing waste.
• Work in compliance with all food handling and health & safety policies and laws, and operate equipment such as meat saws, slicers, grinders, wrapping machines, and knives.
• Work positively and productively with the rest of the Olliffe team.
• Follow direction from managers.
• Other possible duties and responsibilities as they arise.