Liquor Store Associate (Yates)

at  Peninsula Coop

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Peninsula Co-op is a Vancouver Island-based co-operative with a mission to build strong communities and to benefit its member-owners. With approximately 450 staff, Peninsula Co-op operates 17 retail fuel and convenience centres, 10 liquor stores, 3 commercial card lock and home heating outlets, and a full-sized food store. The Co-op generates approximately $300 million in annual sales and donates over $500k each year to local charities. The business is highly regarded, financially strong, and has developed a loyal member following. The Co-op remains locally owned and proudly shares profits with its 121,000 member-owners, community, and staff.
Peninsula Co-op is inviting applications for the position of Liquor Store Associate (we like to call you a Customer Service Representative) at our Yates Liquor Store located at 765 Yates St Victoria, BC V8W 1L6. This is a permanent part-time role providing 8 - 24 hours each week. Our ideal candidates would be open to a flexible schedule and will be available for both opening and closing shifts mostly during the weekends.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are a people first business, with a strong focus on our customer and member needs. We are looking for a like-minded, individual to join our dedicated and engaged team members. We are looking for enthusiastic customer service professionals who:

• Always look for ways to be helpful and go out of their way to assist others; consistently polite.
• Good with numbers; handling cash and other basic numerical calculations quickly and accurately.
• Process till transactions, accurate and efficient; including cash, credit and debit transactions and gift card activations.
• Uses their product knowledge to assist customers and answer questions.
• Looks out for their safety and the safety of others.
• Values integrity and honesty; someone to admire and emulate.
• Able to be on their feet nearly all of their shift & consistently handling product (1 to 40 pounds).
• Must be able to pass a criminal record check.
• Serving it right certificate required in advance of starting.

EFAP

• Health & Wellness reimbursements (gym membership, yoga class, art classes etc.)
• Educational assistance & tuition reimbursement (100% covered)
• Social events (Sporting events and concert tickets, company outings)
• Volunteer opportunities supporting our local community events and charities!
  We’ll also train and develop you for Shift Supervisor, Assistant Manager, and Manager opportunities if you are looking for advancement! We love to promote from within & over 70% of our leaders started with our organization in roles just like this one!
  Peninsula Co-op is an equal opportunity employer. We take great pride in being a safe and inclusive workplace; supporting and celebrating the diversity of our team. We are committed to every staff member enjoying their experience working with Peninsula Co-op. We reward hard work, commitment, and results.

Besides working with the best group of teammates and fantastic customers, you’ll be stocking the store, processing till transactions, and generally ensuring our customers & members are taken care of, and the location is clean and safe.