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Kitchen Retail

London, ON
$17/hour
Mid Level
Part-time
Full-time

About the role

ABOUT EDIBLE ARRANGEMENTS:
Our team is responsible for creating the mouthwatering fruit arrangements, dipped fruit boxes and cut fruit for to-go products, following the operational procedures set by Edible Arrangements; for maintaining a high quality of customer service and product.

Why work here? We are a unique combination of jobs - food service/prep without those long night shifts and smelly fryer; retail without the constant shelf restocking; and, opportunity to grow with reputable brand

Summary of Key Qualifications & Skills Required:
Since most of our day-to-day tasks are simple but done under strict corporate guidelines, we conduct extensive training for our new hires. This means previous experience in fruit bouquets is not necessary; However, previous supervisory experience - especially from a franchise environment - is preferred.

We are specifically looking for motivated individuals looking for a stable place of employment - motivated, hardworking individuals looking for a place where they fit.

Traits we are looking for:
· Applicants MUST not be students - sorry, but we are looking for MATURE candidates who are available during the 9-7 window consistently; available to work assorted shifts if necessary. We work from a set schedule, but also need candidates who are available to cover disruptions to that schedule - ie: sick days, etc.
· Applicants MUST live locally in Hamilton year-round and Drive
· Previous Customer Service and Sales is a requirement: 10-12 years of combined experience in kitchen, retail and customer service roles
· A positive attitude is a must
· Willingness to do hands-on supervision is a must
· A willingness to work fast and efficiently when the pressure is on
· work longer hours during peak periods - Mother's Day, Christmas, Valentine's by way of example - is a MUST
· candidates must enjoy working within a team, but be more than capable of working alone too
· excellent communication skills, and patience with Customers and both staff are priorities
· previous customer service/ sales experience is a must
· ability to read work orders, and follow other verbal and written instructions is a must
· ability to clearly communicate instructions to others is a must
· organizational skills are mandatory
· ability to left, carry and/or push 30lbs
· ability to stand, bend, reach and scoop through-out assigned shifts
· a High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.
· a valid driver's license is required.

Summary of Key Duties:
· handles customer service and sales
· oversees employee attendance and performance
· guides customer service interactions
· organizes production and delivery routing
· oversees inventory control in co-operation with management
· oversees and participates in maintenance of cleaning checklists and equipment
· assists staff with washing, peeling and/or cutting various fruit
· ensures proper food sanitation protocols are in place
· assists staff with bouquets, boxes and trays according to Edible Arrangements' methods & procedures
· assists staff with packaging arrangements
· receives and stores fruit, supplies, equipment, utensils in refrigerators, cupboards and other storage areas as appropriate
· removes trash and cleans kitchen garbage containers
· sweeps and mops floors

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From $17.25 per hour

Shift:

  • 8 hour shift

Work days:

  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

About Edible Arrangements

Retail
1001-5000

We are the creator of and leader in fresh fruit bouquets. We bring happiness to all of life’s occasions with our array of irresistibly fresh products, including handcrafted fruit arrangements and gourmet chocolate dipped fruit. We believe in invention, investment and imagination, and have an entrepreneurial history and spirit. Above all, we are fresh fruit fanatics.

The very first EDIBLE ARRANGEMENTS® store opened its doors in East Haven, Connecticut in 1999. Since then, EDIBLE ARRANGEMENTS® has grown into a fresh fruit phenomenon, with over 1100 stores in 14 countries around the world.

Our fresh fruit products have a built-in “WOW” factor. And, inspired by our own tasty creations, we’ve made it our corporate mission to bring that same WOW into every single interaction with the EDIBLE ARRANGEMENTS® brand. From outstanding customer service and attention-grabbing marketing, to innovative products, advanced technology, and engaging community relations, every contact point with EDIBLE ARRANGEMENTS® products or people is all about creating a moment that makes someone say, “WOW!”