• Job Description

  Req#: 92657

  Requisition ID: 92657

  Career Group: Store Careers

  Job Category: Retail - Front End

  Travel Requirements:

  Part Time or Full Time: Part Time

  Country: Canada (CA)

  Province: Saskatchewan (CA-SK)

  City: Swift Current

  Location: 4888 Swift Current Safeway

  Postal Code:

  Our family of 123,000 employees and franchise affiliates share a collective passion for delivering exceptional shopping experiences and amazing food to all our customers. Our mission is to nurture the things that make life better – great experiences, families, communities, and our employees.

  A proudly Canadian company, we started in a small town in Nova Scotia but we are now in communities of all sizes across this great country. With over 1500 stores in all 10 provinces, you may know us as Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, FreshCo, Thrifty Foods, Lawton’s Drug Stores or another of our great banners but we are all one extended family.

  All career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting.

  Overview

  About Safeway: Safeway grocery stores provide an exceptional food shopping experience to consumers from Vancouver, British Columbia to Thunder Bay, Ontario. We are the newest member of Sobeys Inc.’s retail food offering which serves the needs of Canadians with more than 1,500 stores in over 800 communities from coast-to-coast. Whether it's your first job or you're ready for a new challenge, we have a career to fit your life. Our commitment to delivering top quality products and superior service to our customers, and for giving back to the communities we serve has earned us a reputation as an employer of choice for those looking for an exciting career in food retail. A day in the life of a Cashier: As a customer yourself, you know how important helpful service is. The impression shoppers get at the front end of the store is key to building customer loyalty. That is why fast, accurate and friendly Checkers play such an important role in the success of our stores. Full training is provided for this position.

  Job Description

  Experience

  • No previous experience required

  Key Responsibilities

  • Upholds and complies with company procedures, standards and policies in all situations
  • Greets customers in a polite and friendly manner
  • Demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with Safeway’s programs
  • Process cash register payments by cash, cheque, credit card, gift card and debit
  • Wrap and place merchandise in bags / carts
  • Balance and reconcile cash at end of work shift
  • Maintain cleanliness of check stands
  • Stock various product in check stand area

  Job Requirements

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

  • Ability to learn quickly
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Highly motivated and team oriented
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written form
  • Possess strong customer service qualities
  • Works in a safe and responsible manner
  • Available to work flexible hours
  • Evening and weekend availability is strongly encouraged
  • Must be available to be scheduled anytime on Sunday (Alberta Only)

  Physical Requirements (Seldom: Not Daily, Rare: 0-5% of shift, Occasional: 6-33% of shift, Frequent: 34-66% of shift, Constant: 66-100% of shift)

  • Constant lifting of up to 10 pounds
  • Constant standing
  • Constant computer and point of sale system use
  • Frequent bending and twisting
  • Occasional lifting or carrying of between 10-40 lbs including waist level and low level lifts
  • Occasional walking, squatting, pushing or pulling

  Why work for us: We offer regular pay increases for hourly employees, flexible scheduling and a comprehensive benefit plan that includes employer funded prescription drug coverage, vision care, dental coverage, and pension plan for eligible employees We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic individuals who enjoy giving our customers the best shopping experience. If you want the chance to join one of the best retail teams in the industry, enhance your skill set, learn from experts and advance your career, this is the place to be. We are an award winning organization that is renowned for its inclusive work environment and recognized as a great place to work.

  Sobeys is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process.

  While all responses are appreciated only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.

  We appreciate the interest from the Staffing industry however respectfully request no calls or unsolicited resumes from Agencies.

• About the company

  Sobeys Inc. is the second largest food retailer in Canada, with over 1,500 stores operating across Canada under a variety of banners.

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