Department Associate - Jobs in Petawawa, ON

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WHO WE AREThe Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) supports the Canadian Armed Forces members and their families wherever they are in the world through the provision of fitness, recreation and leisure activities, family and charitable support, retail as well as personal financial services. We offer our employees the opportunity to work with a purpose every day in an inclusive, healthy, respectful and rewarding work environment.THE ROLEAs a Department Associate, you provide retail services to a unique client base - members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and in assisting them, you are helping your community. You assist in the set-up of various departments ensuring shelves are stocked, and faced, and properly signed. You provide technical and professional guidance on sales and products and deal with customer concerns or complaints to ensure customer satisfaction. You assist with ordering products and price new inventory.The Department Associate may also provide a variety of other retail services, including regular retail services, dry cleaning, lottery services, self-serve gas services, and postal services. You will operate Point of Sales systems, the debit/credit machine, and maintain a float. You may take and prepare food and beverage orders and prepare takeout food, while ensuring cleanliness of food service and eating areas.This is a role where everyone works as one team using modernized technology and an understanding of the unique pressures and rewards of military service to provide the best customer experience for our members and to simplify and improve their lives. If you thrive in a customer focused environment and in a culture that is passionate about exceeding customer expectations, this is the opportunity for you.QUALIFICATIONS NEEDEDEducation, Certifications and LicensesHigh school diploma AND some retail experienceExperienceIn retail and convenience operationsIn cash handlingIn sales and merchandisingIn food and beverage preparationIn food and beverage serviceCompetencies, Skills and AbilitiesClient focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTSEnglish EssentialBENEFITS AVAILABLEHealth Benefits: Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage.Work Life Balance: Paid/unpaid leave, including vacation pay, family related leave and personal days.Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.Learning and Development: Tuition Assistance Program, payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities and second language training.Perks: Discounts provided through CFAppreciation.OTHER INFORMATIONThis unionized position is open to all interested parties. Preference will be granted in accordance with the Collective Agreement.START DATEAs soon as possibleINCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATIONCFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. Accommodations are available to all candidates identifying a need during all or any parts of the selection process.Job Reference: CFMWS05045Quick Apply

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