Department Head – Grocery Store, Whitehorse

About the role

Save-On-Foods, Western Canada's largest grocery retailer and a division of Pattison Food Group Ltd., is hiring a Department Head for its Whitehorse, YT location. The role requires full availability and up to 40 hours per week.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a team, acting as coach, mentor and resource to team members
• Foster a positive, customer-first environment
• Engage and retain team members through training, development, performance management, rewards and recognition, and by developing future leaders
• Use knowledge of the community, competition and industry to develop strategies that grow the business
• Communicate important messages with the team
• Take count of the correct amount of stock

Required profile

• Two to three years of experience serving customers
• Food Safe Certification is required
• Open availability and able to work up to 40 hours per week
• Passion for great food and service, strong work ethic and a "let's get it done" attitude

What we offer

• Starting wage of $28.00 to $28.84 per hour
• Team member offers and discounts
• Education reimbursement and scholarship opportunities
• Wellness and team member assistance program
• A dynamic, fast-paced environment in a supportive organization