Cashier - Red River Co-op at Grant Park Food Store

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Group insurance
Pension Plan
employee discount
Career advancement opportunities
Professional development support
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Red River Co-op is a well-established cooperative retailer located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, with a history stretching back over 85 years. This company has deeply rooted ties to the local community, consistently demonstrating its commitment by prioritizing the needs of its members. Beyond retail, Red River Co-op engages actively in philanthropic efforts by donating to a broad spectrum of organizations and showcasing local products. Essentially, it operates with a cooperative business model that returns value to its members through profit sharing, underscoring a community-first approach coupled with business sustainability. Over the years, Red River Co-op has expanded impressively from a single gas bar in downtown Winnipeg to a multi-faceted retail enterprise. Today, it boasts 50 gas bar locations, 24 car washes, 6 cardlock fuel facilities, 9 food stores, 8 pharmacies, and an oil supply center, along with a robust logistics operation serving farm and commercial accounts throughout Manitoba and northwestern Ontario. Their growth is driven by innovation, a focus on providing premium products, and delivering extraordinary customer service, aligning with their core cooperative values while adapting to modern market demands.

The role of the Cashier at the Grant Park Food Store, managed by Red River Co-op, situated at 1120 Grant Avenue, offers an exciting opportunity to join a reputable organization known for stability and career development prospects. The cashier position is fundamental in maintaining the quality of customer service Red River Co-op is known for, acting as a frontline representative of the brand. This role requires providing fast, friendly, and efficient service to customers, handling transactions accurately, and promoting membership benefits. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating the cash register, managing various payment types, and ensuring compliance with legal regulations concerning sales of restricted products such as tobacco and lottery tickets. Additional responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness and safety standards within the department, loss prevention, and keeping the work area well-merchandised and inviting. Beyond routine duties, the position emphasizes interpersonal skills and a customer-focused attitude to cultivate positive shopping experiences. Red River Co-op encourages professional development and offers up to 100% reimbursement for post-secondary education, signaling a commitment to employee growth and advancement. The company also boasts a comprehensive total rewards package including group insurance, a strong pension plan, and an employee discount, making this role attractive for candidates seeking both immediate employment and long-term career opportunities in retail within a supportive cooperative environment.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior experience in cash handling or retail preferred
  • Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members
  • Capability to stand for extended periods
  • Basic math skills
  • Flexibility to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays
  • Must comply with all legal regulations related to the sale of age-restricted products

Job Qualifications

  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Strong customer focus and interest in serving others
  • Good mental math skills
  • Experience working in a retail environment
  • Experience handling cash would be an asset
  • Open availability and willingness to work different shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends

Job Duties

  • Deliver world-class customer service that is fast, friendly and efficient
  • Educate customers on the benefits of membership in Red River Co-op and encourage them to join
  • Operate a cash register, take payment from customers and provide change
  • Follow all legal requirements regarding the sale of lottery and tobacco products
  • Perform general housekeeping duties to ensure department image and safety standards are followed
  • Ensure sanitation and cleanliness standards are to Co-op specifications, including cleaning of all equipment and display cases
  • Follow safe front-line loss prevention practices and maintain a constant alert against unauthorized removal of merchandise from the site
  • Present a neat, clean, well-merchandised department and related work areas (checkout areas and nearby displays)
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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