Food Manager Trainee

Key Job Responsibilities Include

Assist in training, coaching, and motivating store employees

Learn to lead and support the talent management of employees

Learn to conduct performance conversations and support a positive team culture

Model high standard in customer service

Responsible for building strong customer relationships and delivering solutions.

Oversee and monitor customer satisfaction levels and identify areas for improvement

Participate in workforce planning, scheduling, and training to ensure adequate coverage

Develop and understanding of local customer needs, shopping patterns, and community expectations

Assist in executing marketing programs, initiatives, and promotions.

Learning the aspects of the management, maintenance, and security of the store location and property.

Support daily store functions including inventory management, ordering, receiving, stock rotation, and merchandising

Participate in asset protection activities such as shrink reduction, loss prevention, and incident reporting

Administrative duties include maintaining documentation of workflows

Learn to interpret financial reports including sales, margins, labour costs, and operational expenses

Who you are

Grade 12 or equivalent, post-secondary degree or diploma in a related field preferred

Previous retail and customer service experience

Exceptional customer service skills with a positive attitude

Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills

Co-operative Retailing System (CRS) experience an asset.

Proven effective communication skills; both verbal and written

Class 5 drivers license

Ability to lead, mentor and develop people and work well with others

Commitment to ongoing learning and development

You are available to work flexible hours, which will include days, evenings, and weekends

You’re aligned with our Values

What we offer

A competitive Compensation and Benefit Package: Our Team Members receive competitive salaries a comprehensive benefits package which includes Group Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, Extended Health and Dental. and an employer-contributed pension plan, matched at 6% of salary.

Inclusive Work Environment : At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

Professional Development : We encourage our team members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

Additional Offerings : Team Member Purchase Rebate Program, Team Member Volunteer Incentive Program, Home Centre Preferred Pricing, EFAP (Employee and Family Assistance Program), Team Member Fitness Rebate of up to $100 per year towards health/fitness purchases – Heritage Co-op values Team Members’ wellbeing.

At Heritage Co-op, we strive to be an employer of choice by creating a culture our Team Members want to be a part of and supporting a healthy work-life balance.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. Please reach out to the Human Resources team to discuss your needs if you require accommodation.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.