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- Customer service
- Organizational skills
- Store discount
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Grocery Associate - Full Time

Market Fresh
Guelph, ON

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
1 day ago

Benefits

Store discount
Paid vacation
On-site parking

Skills

Heavy lifting
Customer service
Shipping & receiving
Organizational skills
Grocery store
Communication skills

Full job description

Please note this is a full time position that requires early morning availability (7:00am start time, 37-44 hours per week).

Company Overview

Market Fresh is Guelph’s premier independent gourmet grocer focused on local producers and products. We have been in operation for over 20 years and pride ourselves on offering exceptional customer service and quality food. Our full-service grocery store includes a scratch bakery, butcher shop, deli, commercial kitchen, Gourmet to Go Cafe, full kitchen, garden centre and giftware area. Market Fresh is a celebration of fine food—making us a destination shopping experience for community members and visitors. Our MF in the Community program seeks to raise awareness and funding for local not-for-profit programs and charities aligned to our mission to buy local, be local, support local.

Position Summary

The Grocery Associate plays a key role in the daily operations of a fast-paced, high-volume grocery department. This position is responsible for receiving deliveries, maintaining accurate and well-stocked shelves, supporting inventory flow throughout the store, and ensuring an exceptional customer experience.

This is a physically demanding and highly active role that requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt quickly throughout the day. Grocery Associates regularly manage competing priorities, respond to customer and operational needs, and shift between tasks while maintaining efficiency and accuracy.

Successful candidates are dependable, team-oriented, and take pride in doing consistent, high-quality work in a fast-moving retail environment. We are looking for individuals interested in long-term employment, stability, and opportunities for growth within the business.

Job Structure

This is a full time, hourly position. Work schedule includes weekends and holidays as required. Paid vacation accrual at 4%. Health insurance plan is available after 6-months of full time employment.

Responsibilities

Receiving & Inventory

Receive, unload, and verify deliveries for grocery and all other store departments.
Check deliveries for accuracy, quality, and damage against invoices and purchase orders.
Properly label, store, and distribute products to appropriate departments.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of receiving and storage areas.
Communicate discrepancies, shortages, or damaged goods to management and vendors.
Assist with inventory counts and stock reconciliation as needed.

Grocery Operations

Stock shelves, coolers, and displays according to merchandising standards.
Rotate stock using FIFO practices to ensure freshness and minimize shrink.
Maintain accurate shelf pricing and signage.
Monitor inventory levels and communicate out-of-stocks or low inventory to management.
Keep grocery areas clean, organized, and well-presented at all times.

Teamwork & Flexibility

Support overall store operations and assist other departments as required during peak periods.
Work collaboratively with team members to ensure smooth store operations.

Customer Service

Greet and assist customers in a friendly, knowledgeable, and professional manner.
Answer product questions and provide recommendations aligned with the store’s specialty offerings.
Direct customers to appropriate departments and products as needed.

Food Safety & Store Standards

Follow food safety, sanitation, and handling guidelines.
Ensure proper storage temperatures and handling procedures are followed.
Comply with all company policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

Skills and Experience

Previous grocery, retail, or warehouse, logistics, or other fast-paced operational environments experience required.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to lift up to 50lbs and perform physical tasks such as bending, standing, and carrying.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.
Strong communication and customer service skills.

Work Environment

Fast-paced retail grocery environment.
Exposure to coolers, freezers, and stock rooms and exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
Requires standing, walking, lifting, and moving throughout the shift.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $18.50-$20.00 per hour

Benefits:

On-site parking
Store discount

Application question(s):

What aspects of this position and/or our organization motivated you to apply?
Please outline your weekly availability.

Work Location: In person

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