Meal Advisor - Kingston, Canada - M&M FOOD MARKET - KINGSTON

Description

POSITION:
MEAL ADVISOR
Our
Meal Advisors are the face of M&M Food Market. If you have a
passion for food, can deliver exceptional service and are willing to learn about our incredible line up of delicious meals and entertaining ideas, we would love to hear from you

At this time, we are seeking part time & full time Meal Advisors for our Kingston stores.

We offer competitive wages, a welcoming work environment and flexible hours that allow you to balance your personal and professional needs.

THE POSITION
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Reporting to the Franchise Partner or Store Manager, the Meal Advisor exhibits positive energy, provides knowledgeable service, and ensures a welcoming environment is presented to customers at all times. They are responsible for learning about products and promotions, receiving and organizing inventory, preparing product for customer sampling and light cleaning duties within the store.


THE PERSON

• Is a peopleperson and can create a friendly, professional rapport with everyone they meet.
• Takes a genuine interest in customers and creating a delightful instore experience, always taking into consideration the brand promise to help customers.
• Is hardworking and has a positive, cando attitude towards working as part of the store team.
• Knows about and enjoys eating and preparing food Can speak intelligently about food and meal preparation.
• Understands the challenges that timestarved, busy consumers face and can provide great meal and entertaining ideas/advice.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Sell all products within the M&M Food Market product lines. Complementary and suggestive selling techniques are extensively used.
• Provide exceptional customer service by giving specific and detailed product knowledge and giving the customer the best customer experience possible.
• Receive deliveries and organize products appropriately. This includes merchandising specific products for sale, and organizing products for storage in the freezer. Stock rotation is required in order to guarantee our products are always at the peak of freshness.
• Organize and maintain inventory counts.
• Facilitate sales promotions by preparing window signs, handling freezer door strips and removing old sales materials.
• Update menu/price boards as required.
• Provide general light store maintenance (cleaning counters, dusting shelves, etc.)
• Complete general banking proceduresincluding the organization of bank deposits.
• Utilize the Point of Sale computer system for sales information.
• Complete repricing of products as required for special sales promotions (flyers) or for price mark downs.
• Organize sampling programs, including the cooking and promotion of food. Adhere to strict quality and food safety standards.
• Implement appropriately the marketing program policies and procedures to all customers.
• Complete other related duties as required by the Franchise Partner or Store Manager.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build a friendly, professional rapport with customers
• Appropriate telephone etiquette
• Motivated and willing to take initiative
• Ability to lift boxes which could weigh up to 40 pounds
• Willingness to work in a cold freezer environment
• Previous retail experience considered an asset
• Reliable transportation to work

If this opportunity sounds like a fit with your personality, interests, and skills, please submit your resume in store to 795 Gardiners Road location or online.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time


Salary:
$15.50-$16.00 per hour


Day range:

• Weekend availability

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Work Location:
In person