Garden Centre Cashier

Who We Are

Meridian Farm Market is a family business that operates farm market style grocery stores across the lower mainland. In addition to unmatched customer service, Meridian has exciting fresh food offerings making it the ultimate destination for those who enjoy quality food and exceptional service.

We are opening our first Garden Centre at our Ralph's Farm Market location and are looking for a few full time & part time candidates, preferably those with some plant experience, to work it.

What we are looking for:

The successful candidate will have the ability to connect with people in ways that make them feel welcomed, valued and appreciated.

This role is for you if you have:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn quickly
• Knowledge of the retail environment
• Effective communication skills
• Desire and ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs continuously
• Ability to work on your feet all day, bending, leaning, crouching, and walking.
• Garden Centre/plant experience is a plus.
• looking for both full time & part time positions, ability to work at least 1 weekend day

Extra points if you hold a valid Food Safe and/or First Aid Certification

What we offer:

• 30% Store Discount
• Extended Benefits
• Paid sick time
• Competitive Wage with twice per year increases
• Mystery Shop/Customer Service Bonus
• Friendly work environment
• Opportunity to grow with the company

Duties involved:

• Serving Customers promptly, making Customer Service priority one
• Maintain a positive and collaborative working relationship with all company staff
• Actively promote specials and products
• Ensure products are filled and kept tidy
• Maintain a clean, presentable work area

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Salary: From $16.75 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Every Weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
• Garden Centre: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Handler Certification (preferred)

Work Location: In person