DEPARTMENT: Meat & Seafood Department
POSITION TITLE: Meat & Seafood Clerk (Part-Time)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager, Meat Department

The Meat & Seafood Clerk works in the Village Grocer Meat & Seafood Department and is responsible
for serving customers in an attentive, friendly and efficient manner. You pride yourself on your people
skills and enjoy interacting with the public. Your work ethic, organization and communication skills
combined with your passion to provide customers with an excellent shopping experience makes you the
perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Available to work evenings and weekends (extended hours on occasion)
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, hat/hairnet)
• Maintains a clean and safe work-space environment
• Endure medium to high levels of physical exertion (standing, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Equipment operation (weigh scales, meat slicers, pallet jack, loading dock, etc.)
• Strong oral & written communication skills with customers (in-person & telephone)
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed
Key Responsibilities
• Greeting customers in a cordial and friendly fashion
• Answering product related questions, taking orders, selecting, weighing, pricing and wrapping
• Serving customers with timely coordination and processing of orders
• Raw meat preparation, packing, storage and inventory replenishment
• Counter presentation & product merchandising
• Maintaining an organized, clean and safe working environment
• Adhering to and maintaining the Village Grocers high level of service excellence
• Adhere to all provincial health and civil code regulations
• Assist with meat deliveries (loading & unloading)

Working Conditions
• Inside, cold (freezer)
Success Factors
• Communication Skills: Meat & Seafood Clerks often serve as our first line of contact with our
valued customers. Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with customers in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Patience
• Basic Mathematics: Meat & Seafood clerks are required to estimate prices and weigh product
for customers
• Stamina: Meat & Seafood clerks often stand for long periods of time and are required to lift
medium to heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the department
manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Meat & Seafood Department
POSITION TITLE: Meat Clerk/Cutter (Full-Time)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager, Meat & Seafood Department

The Meat Clerk/Cutter works in the Village Grocer Meat Department and is responsible for preparation
of meat & seafood products as well as serving customers in an attentive, friendly and efficient manner.
You pride yourself on your butchering skills and enjoy interacting with the public. Your work ethic,
organization and communication skills combined with your passion to provide customers with an
excellent shopping experience makes you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• 3 years of meat butchering experience
• Available to work days/evenings and weekends as scheduled (extended hours on occasion)
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, hat/hairnet)
• Maintains a clean and safe work-space environment
• Endure medium to high levels of physical exertion (standing, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Equipment operation (cutting knives, weigh scales, meat slicers, pallet jack, loading dock, etc.)
• Strong oral & written communication skills with customers (in-person & telephone)
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed
Key Responsibilities
• Cleaning, trimming, cutting and assembling raw meat products into a prepared state for display
and sale in our retail display counters
• Greeting customers in a cordial and friendly fashion
• Answering product related questions, taking orders, selecting, weighing, pricing and wrapping
• Serving customers with timely coordination and processing of orders
• Raw meat preparation, packing, storage and inventory replenishment
• Counter presentation & product merchandising
• Maintaining an organized, clean and safe working environment
• Adhering to and maintaining the Village Grocers high level of service excellence
• Adhere to all provincial health and civil code regulations
• Assist with meat deliveries (loading, unloading, auditing/signing for orders received)

Working Conditions
• Inside, cold (freezer)
• Long periods of standing
Success Factors
• Communication Skills: Meat clerks often serve as our first line of contact with our valued
customers. Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with customers in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Patience
• Basic Mathematics: Meat clerks are required to estimate prices and weigh product for
customers
• Stamina: Meat clerks often stand for long periods of time and are required to lift medium to
heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the department
manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service.
 

DEPARTMENT: Meat Department
POSITION TITLE: Meat Processor (Full-Time)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager, Meat Department

The Meat Processor works in the Village Grocer Meat Production Department and is responsible for
the timely preparation of meat products for our retail counter and display units. Your willingness to
learn basic meat preparation and cutting skills along with your solid work ethic, attention to detail and
dependability makes you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Able to work 35 - 40 hours per week
• Available to early mornings
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene, appearance & cleanliness
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, hat/hairnet)
• Maintains a clean and safe work-space environment
• Able to endure medium levels of physical exertion (standing, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Equipment operation (knife work, weigh scale operation, wrapping & packaging)
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed
Key Responsibilities
• Working in our meat production plant, you will gather, clean, trim, cut, prepare and assemble
raw meat products into prepared / specialty food products for display and sale in our retail
display counters
• Regular cleaning and sanitizing of workspace, equipment, smoker and containers
• Maintain an inventory of supplies, product used and finished product
• Adhere to all provincial health and civil code regulations

Working Conditions
• Able to endure cold environment for long periods of time (work in refrigerated room all-day)
Success Factors
• Basic Mathematics: Required to weigh products to recipe specifications
• Stamina: Will stand for long periods of time and are required to lift medium to heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual, dependable and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the
department manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Independent & Collaborative Approach: Can work alone and also with others

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Bakery Department
POSITION TITLE: Cake Decorator (Full-Time)
LOCATION: Bakery Production
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager, Bakery Department

The Cake Decorator works in the Village Grocer bakery department and is responsible for the decoration and finishing stages for our in-store cake creations. We are a high-volume bakery that makes high quality, from-scratch products. You pride yourself on your artistic and creative skills and enjoy working independently. Your talent, eye for detail, work ethic, organization, and enthusiasm makes you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Available to work 5 days per week. Schedule will include one day on weekends and may have
extended hours during key holidays (Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc).
• Three (3) years cake decorating experience with a sound knowledge and talent in piping, masking, icing, (fondant, buttercream, royal).
• Able to endure medium/high levels of physical exertion (standing, climbing stairs, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Perform other duties and assignments as directed
 

Key Responsibilities
• Designs and decorates cakes in collaboration with the bakery production manager
• Maintains an organized, clean and safe working environment
• Adhere to all provincial health and civil code regulations
• Able to handle fragile/perishable items with care
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
Working Conditions
• Inside, freezer work on occasion

Success Factors
• Communication Skills: Willingness to learn and ask questions.
• Stamina: Cake Decorators often stand for long periods of time and are required to lift medium to heavy objects
• Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the bakery manager
• Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude, high level of energy and sense of urgency
• Responsibility: Takes ownership to effectively complete all aspects of key responsibilities and assignments
• Collaborative: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team
 

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 35 years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner “Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers. The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. 

It is the policy of The Village Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental
disability or any other legally protected status.

POSITION TITLE: Bakery Counter-Service Clerk (Full-Time)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager, Bakery Department

The Bakery Counter-Service Clerk works in the Village Grocer bakery department and is responsible
for serving customers in an attentive, friendly, and efficient manner. You pride yourself on your
people skills and enjoy interacting with the public. Your work ethic, organization, time management
and communication skills along with your passion to provide customers with great service in a
demanding and fast-paced environment makes you the perfect candidate for this position.

Key Responsibilities
• Greeting customers in a cordial and friendly fashion
• Answering product related questions, taking orders, selecting, weighing, pricing and wrapping
• Serving customers with timely coordination and processing of orders
• Preparation, packaging, storage and inventory replenishment
• Counter presentation & product merchandising
• Maintaining an organized, clean and safe working environment
• Communicating customer comments, ideas and opportunities to the bakery manager
• Adhering to and maintaining the Village Grocers high level of service excellence
• Adhere to all provincial health and civil code regulations
• Assist with delivery deliveries (loading & unloading)
• Order taking (can translate customers ideas into clear & detailed instructions for baking team)
• Able to handle fragile/perishable items with care
Role Requirements
• Available to work evenings and weekends (extended hours on occasion)
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance.
• Adheres to company dress code (hat/hairnet)
• Maintaining a clean and safe workspace environment
• Endure medium/high levels of physical exertion (standing, climbing stairs, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Equipment operation (weigh scales, blow torch, heat sealer, elevator, rolling bakers racks)
• Successful communication with customers (in-person & telephone orders)
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed.
• Assist in training of part-time staff

Working Conditions
• Inside, freezer work on occasion
Success Factors
• Communication Skills: Bakery clerks often serve as our first line of contact with our valued
customers. Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with customers in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Patience
• Stamina: Bakery Clerks often stand for long periods of time and are required to lift medium to
heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the department
manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team
• Artistic flair an asset for custom cake writing

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 35
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Bakery Department
POSITION TITLE: Full-Time Dishwasher (Must be able to work on Saturday & Sundays)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Bakery Manager

The Dishwasher works in the Village Grocer’s Bakery Department and is responsible for the gathering,
cleaning, stocking and replenishment of cookware, utensils and other items associated with food

production. You pride yourself on your professionalism and enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-
paced and occasionally stressful environment. Your work ethic, attention to detail, ability to take

direction and passion to get things done makes you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Willing to learn care of industrial chemicals used in the dishwashing process
• Available to work Saturday & Sundays
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, uniform/hat/hairnet)
• Maintains a clean and safe work-space environment
• Endure medium to high levels of physical exertion (standing, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Bakery equipment familiarity and handling (cookware, measuring utensils, weigh scales, mixer
parts, etc).
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee dishwashing duties and efficiently operate dishwasher equipment/chemicals
• Wash dishes, trays, pots or pans etc. using dishwashers or by hand
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly condition
• Clean food preparation areas, facilities, or equipment
• Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas
• Retrieve supplies or goods in bakery or storage areas
• Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated recycling & pickup areas
• Clean garbage receptacles with water or steam

Working Conditions
• Inside, loud, hot, slippery floors, fast paced
• Walk-in coolers, freezers
• May sustain minor cuts, burns and bruises on occasion while on the job
Success Factors
• Attention to detail
• Key communication skills required:
o Speaking and engaging with colleagues in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Critical thinking and reasoning skills to solve problems quickly
• Stamina: Dishwashers often stand for long periods of time and are required to lift medium to
heavy objects
• Understands and follows written and verbal direction explicitly and asks for clarification when
necessary
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the department
manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 35
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Bakery - Production
POSITION TITLE: Bakery Assistant (Full/Part Time)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager, Bakery Department

The Bakery Helper works in the Village Grocer bakery department and is responsible for helping in the
production of high quality, made-from-scratch baked goods in a precise and efficient manner.
You pride yourself on your attention to detail and ability to thrive in a high-volume bakery. Your work
ethic, organization, time management and communication skills combined with your passion for baking
makes you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Recent graduate or currently enrolled in a certified baking program at an accredited college
• Flexible and available to work early mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends when
required (extended hours, holidays and midnight shifts on rare occasion)
• Must be able to endure medium/high levels of physical exertion (standing, climbing stairs,
bending, lifting, freezer work, etc.)
• Equipment operation (weigh scales, blow torch, sheeter, dough depositor, mixers, ovens,
knives, stove, proofer, rolling bakers racks)
• Observes company code of conduct, policies, and store rules
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed
Key Responsibilities
• Accurately produce all baked goods according to our standard recipes
• Familiarity in production of batters, doughs, laminated doughs, pastry, fillings, custards,
mousses, and icings
• Familiarity in baking of muffins, loaves, quick-breads, scones, cookies, cheesecakes, pastries,
pies, sponge cakes, squares etc.
• Willing to learn masking, decorating, enrobing, glazing, piping, chocolate work and all other
methods of decorating products
• End of day cleaning responsibilities

Working Conditions
• Inside, freezer work on occasion
Success Factors
• Communications: Key skills required include:
o Learning and understanding of recipes and production tasks
o Able to learn and take direction
o Ability to work positively with others in collaborative efforts
• Stamina: Bakers often stand for long periods of time, and can lift medium to heavy objects
• Reliable: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the department manager
• Engaged: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Resolute: Sees tasks through to completed while paying attention to detail
• Collaborative Approach: Dependable and works well with others
• Artistic flair an asset

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 35
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Bakery - Production
POSITION TITLE: Night Baker (Full-Time / Night Shift)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Head Baker

The Night Baker works in the Village Grocer bakery department and is responsible for producing high
quality, made-from-scratch baked goods in a precise and efficient manner. You pride yourself on your
attention to detail and ability to thrive in a high-volume production facility. Your work ethic,
organization, time management and communication skills combined with your passion for baking
makes you the perfect candidate for this position. You prefer working nights and are available Sunday
to Thursday each week.

Role Requirements
• Able to work 40 to 45 hours each week
• Can work night shift; 10:00pm to 6:30am
• Able to work 5 days a week: Sunday to Thursday
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (hairnet/whites/apron)
• Maintains a clean and safe workspace environment
• Must be able to endure medium/high levels of physical exertion (standing, climbing stairs,
bending, lifting, freezer work, etc.)
• Equipment operation (weigh scales, blow torch, sheeter, dough depositor, mixers, ovens,
knives, stove, proofer, rolling bakers racks)
• Successful communication with supervisors, co-workers, and customers (in-person & telephone
orders)
• Observes company code of conduct, policies, and store rules
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed
Key Responsibilities
• Accurately produce all baked goods according to our standard recipes
• Experienced and proficient in production of batters, doughs, laminated doughs, pastry, fillings,
custards, mousses, and icings
• Experienced and proficient in baking of muffins, loaves, scones, cookies, cheesecakes, pastries,
pies, sponge cakes, squares etc.
• Experienced or willingness to learn masking, decorating, enrobing, glazing, piping, chocolate
work and all other methods of decorating products
• Maintain inventory records and inventory replenishment

• End of day cleaning responsibilities of workstation and general bakery department
• Maintains an organized, clean, and safe working environment
• Adhere to all provincial health and civil code regulations
• Assist with deliveries (loading & unloading)
• Order taking (can translate customers ideas into clear & detailed instructions for finished
product)
• Able to manage fragile/perishable items with care
Working Conditions
• Inside, freezer work on occasion

Success Factors
• 3-5 years’ experience working in a bakery
• Completed degree from baking college or institution
• Communication Skills: Key skills required include:
o Written and verbal understanding of recipes and production tasks
o Listening skills
o Ability to work with others in collaborative efforts
• Stamina: often stand for extended periods of time, ability to operate ovens for extended periods
of time and are required to lift medium to heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the department
manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team
• Artistic flair an asset

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 35 years.
Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers with
wholesome & quality foods together with an elevated level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a friendly
retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner “Great People,
Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options beyond conventional
food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Commercial Production Kitchen
POSITION TITLE: Pastry Bakery Chef (Part-Time)
LOCATION: Village Kitchen (Scarborough, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Production Supervisor

The Pastry Bakery Chef works in our production facility located at 111 Finchdene
Square in Scarborough, Ontario. This role is responsible for assisting in the production
of high-quality, made-from-scratch food products in a precise and efficient manner.
You pride yourself on your attention to detail and ability to thrive in a high-volume
production facility. Your work ethic, organization, time management, and
communication skills combined with your culinary passions make you the perfect
candidate for this position.
 

Role Requirements
• Recent graduate of a certified culinary and/or baking program at an accredited
college
• 3-5 years culinary/pastry/baking experience
• Available to work a weekly day shift (Monday to Friday)
• Able to work weekends during peak periods like Easter, Thanksgiving &
Christmas
• Able to endure medium/high levels of physical exertion (standing, climbing stairs,
bending, lifting, freezer work, etc.)
• Equipment operation (weigh scales, blow torch, sheeter, dough depositor, mixers,
ovens, knives, stove, proofer, rolling bakers racks)

• Successful communication with supervisors, co-workers, and customers (in-
person & telephone orders)

• Observes company code of conduct, policies, and store rules
• Perform other duties and assignments as directed

Key Responsibilities
• Accurately produce kitchen and bakery products according to our standard &
recipes
• Answer, report and follow precise instructions from chef and supervisor
• Assists in set-up of kitchen and food stations by bringing in necessary food items
• Assists in cutting, marinating, precooking and portioning foods
• Cleaning workstation with proper storage / disposal of leftover food
• Assists with packaging, finished product storage and end of day cleaning
Working Conditions
• Inside, freezer work on occasion

Success Factors
• Communication Skills: Key skills required include written and verbal
understanding of recipes and production task
• Listening skills: Ability to work with others in collaborative efforts
• Stamina: kitchen production staff often stand for extended periods of time, ability
to operate ovens for extended periods of time, and are required to lift medium to
heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the
department manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of
energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key
responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team
• Artistic flair is an asset

About The Village Kitchen & The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer store was started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, with a focus to provide
consumers with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The
Village Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, everyday gourmet and baked food offerings
in a friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. The Village Kitchen
has been producing quality foods for The Village Grocer for over 20 years. In the last ten years, it
began to provide those same products to many other quality food retailers across the province who
wanted high quality products for their own retail stores. Due to this increasing demand, the Village
Kitchen expanded in 2023 with a new production facility located in Scarborough, Ontario.
The Village Kitchen/Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is
the policy of The Village Kitchen/Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all
employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin,
veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information,
physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Delicatessen Department
POSITION TITLE: Deli Service Clerk (Full-Time)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager, Deli Department

The Delicatessen Service Clerk works in the Village Grocer’s deli department and is responsible for
serving customers in an attentive, friendly and efficient manner. You pride yourself on your people
skills and enjoy interacting with the public. Your work ethic, organization, time management,
punctuality and communication skills combined with your passion to provide customers with an
excellent shopping experience in a demanding and fast-paced environment makes you the perfect
candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Available to work afternoon/evening shift (11:00am to 7:30pm) four days a week (approx. 30 to
35 hours per week).
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, hat/hairnet)
• Maintaining a clean and safe workspace environment
• Endure medium/high levels of physical exertion (standing, climbing stairs, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Operate meat and cheese slicers, cutting tools, scale and other deli equipment
• Can successfully communicate and engage with customers
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed

Key Responsibilities
• Provide premier service to customers by greeting them and responding to orders and questions
• Maintaining the Village Grocers high standards for product freshness and sanitation
• Providing customers with product information needed to make product-related decisions
• Selecting and packaging products ordered by customers
• Merchandising, filling, maintaining and rotating cooler products and displays
• Preparing special orders and party trays
• Operating various types of equipment such as scales, meat and cheese slicers, pizza oven,
cutting tools and other deli equipment
• Cleaning & sanitation (sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning produce islands and grocery
shelves, etc.)
• Customer service approach in a cordial and friendly fashion
• Adhere to all provincial health and civil code regulations

Working Conditions
• Inside, fridge work on occasion.

Success Factors
• Communication Skills: The Deli Service Clerks often serves as our first line of contact with our
valued customers. Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with customers in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Patience
• Stamina: Deli Service Clerks often bend, crouch and stand for long periods of time. Employees
may be required to lift medium to heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as scheduled by the department
manager.
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for 30+
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Deli
POSITION TITLE: Pizza Maker / Pizzaiolo (FULL TIME - 40 hours per week)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Executive Chef, Village Grocer Kitchen

The Pizza Maker / Pizzaiolo in the Village Grocer deli and is completely responsible for our in-store
pizza program. Reporting to our retail department supervisor, duties include producing an authentic
style Italian pizza, including dough, while maintaining our high-quality & premium standards. In
addition to product development, dough and topping preparation, cooking & serving, With access to
premium ingredients, the pizzaiolo collaborates with staff to create a one-of-a-kind, super-premium
pizza products that stand above others.

You are a self-described “foodie” and pride yourself on your creativity, innovation, people skills and
interacting with the public. Most importantly, you take pride in preparing pizza from scratch. Your
work ethic, organization, time management, punctuality and communication skills combined with your
“pizza’ passion makes you the perfect candidate for this position.

Key Responsibilities
• Ingredient preparation (dough from scratch, sauce, toppings, etc), pizza assembly, baking and
packaging pizzas (whole and by the slice)
• Has solid knowledge and experience in from scratch dough making
• Create a authentic and dynamic selection of pizza options for our customers.
• Maintaining the Village Grocers high standards for product freshness and sanitation
• Providing customers with product information needed to make product-related decisions
• Preparing special & catering orders
• Cleaning & sanitation (cleaning floors, pizza counter, food storage containers, etc.)

Role Requirements
• DAYTIME HOURS - Available weekly from Tuesday to Saturday (7:00 am to 4:00 pm daily)
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance.
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, hat/hairnet)
• Maintaining a clean and safe workspace environment
• Endure medium/high levels of physical exertion (standing, climbing stairs, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Equipment operation; pizza ovens, slicers, cutting tools, scale, and other pizza/deli equipment
• Can successfully communicate and engage with customers (in person and by telephone)
• Observes company code of conduct, policies, and store rules
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed.

Working Conditions
• Prep - Closed, confined kitchen areas.
• Cook - Busy deli area (oven)
• Inside, fridge work on occasion

Qualifications
• 1-2 years’ experience in a similar position as a pizzaiolo / pizza maker
• A passion for creating artisan style pizzas along with an innovative mind-set to build creative
features and specials
• Culinary diploma/degree is an asset.
• Able to take direction and work calmly, effectively under pressure.

Success Factors
• Communication Skills: Located at the entrance of your store, the pizzaiolo often serves as our
first line of contact with our valued customers. Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with customers in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Patience
• Stamina: Includes bending, crouching, and standing for extended periods of time. May be
required to lift medium to heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as scheduled by the department
manager.
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a cheerful outlook and an elevated level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for 30+
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Kitchen/Prepared Foods Department
POSITION TITLE: Dishwasher (PART-TIME)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Executive Chef, Kitchen / Prepared Foods

The Dishwasher works in the Village Grocer’s Kitchen & Prepared Foods Department and is
responsible for the gathering, cleaning, stocking and replenishment of cookware, utensils and other
items associated with food production. You pride yourself on your professionalism and enjoy working
both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and occasionally stressful environment. Your
work ethic, attention to detail, ability to take direction and passion to get things done makes you the
perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Experience in a restaurant or food production environment
• Basic knowledge/care of industrial chemicals used in the dishwashing process
• Fluent in speaking and reading English
• Available to work both day and evening shifts as well as one (1) day on the weekend
• Can work extended hours on occasion (i.e. Thanksgiving/Christmas)
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, hat/hairnet)
• Maintains a clean and safe work-space environment
• Endure medium to high levels of physical exertion (standing, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Food safety and handling knowledge

Key Responsibilities
• Preform dishwashing duties and efficiently operate dishwasher equipment/chemicals
• Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans, using dishwashers or by hand
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly condition
• Clean food preparation areas, facilities, or equipment
• Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in cooking and storage areas
• Store supplies or goods in kitchens or storage areas
• Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, etc.
• Stock serving stations or cafe area with supplies
• Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated recycling & pickup areas
• Clean food waste receptacles with water or steam
• Move equipment, supplies, etc. to required locations

Working Conditions
• Inside, loud, hot, slippery floors, fast paced
• May sustain minor cuts, burns and bruises on occasion while on the job

Success Factors
• Attention to detail
• Key communication skills required:
o Speaking and engaging with colleagues in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Critical thinking and reasoning skills to solve problems quickly
• Stamina: Dishwashers often stand for long periods of time and are required to lift medium to
heavy objects
• Understands and follows written and verbal direction explicitly and asks for clarification when
necessary
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the department
manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Kitchen/Prepared Foods Department
POSITION TITLE: Salad Prep Cook (Full Time)
LOCATION: Village Grocer, Markham, Ontario
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Executive Chef, Kitchen / Prepared Foods

The Salad Prep Cook works in the Village Grocer kitchen and is responsible for the food preparation,
assembly, packaging, labeling and inventory replenishment for our prepared salads. You pride yourself
on your professionalism and enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced and occasionally stressful
environment. Your work ethic, drive, ability to take direction and passion to get things done makes
you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Certificate in culinary arts or a related area from a college or technical school
• Three (3) years’ commercial cook experience minimum
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, hat/hairnet)
• Maintains a clean and safe work-space environment
• Endure medium to high levels of physical exertion (standing, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Kitchen equipment familiarity and handling (knives, measuring utensils, weigh scales, cooking
stovetops, ovens and other kitchen equipment, etc.)
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail towards recipe specifications and production
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Food safety and handling knowledge

Key Responsibilities
• Answer, report and follow instructions from executive or sous chef
• Assist in preparation set-up of kitchen and food stations by bringing in necessary food items
• Weigh, measure, mix and prep ingredients according to recipes
• Assists in cutting, precooking and portioning foods
• Prepare (steam, grill, boil, bake or fry) protein, vegetables, and other ingredients
• Assembles dishes and garnishes where required
• Cleaning work station with proper storage / disposal of leftover food
• Maintains an organized, clean and safe working environment
• Adhere to all provincial health and civil code regulations
• Maintaining a positive and professional approach with co-workers
• Assists part-time employees and perform other duties and assignments as directed

Working Conditions
• Inside, loud, hot, cold (in storage freezer on occasion), slippery floors, fast paced
• May sustain minor cuts, burns and bruises on occasion while on the job

Success Factors
• Attention to detail
• Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with colleagues in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Critical thinking and reasoning skills to solve problems quickly
• Basic Mathematics: Prep Cooks are required to measure and weigh product for recipes
• Stamina: Prep Cooks often stand for long periods of time and are required to lift medium to
heavy objects
• Understands and follows written and verbal direction explicitly and asks for clarification when
necessary
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the department
manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Kitchen/Prepared Foods Department
POSITION TITLE: Line/Prep Cook (Full-Time)
LOCATION: Village Grocer, Markham, Ontario
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Executive Chef, Kitchen / Prepared Foods

The Line/Prep Cook works in the Village Grocer Kitchen / Prepared Foods Department and is
responsible for the preparation and cooking of food for our store. You pride yourself on your
professionalism and enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced and occasionally stressful
environment. Your work ethic, drive, ability to take direction and passion to get things done makes
you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Certificate in culinary arts or a related area from a college or technical school
• Five (5) years’ commercial cook experience minimum
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, hat/hairnet)
• Maintains a clean and safe work-space environment
• Endure medium to high levels of physical exertion (standing, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Kitchen equipment familiarity and handling (knives, measuring utensils, weigh scales, cooking
stovetops, ovens and other kitchen equipment, etc.)
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail towards recipe specifications and production
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Food safety and handling knowledge

Key Responsibilities
• Answer, report and follow instructions from executive or sous chef
• Assists in set-up of kitchen and food stations by bringing in necessary food items
• Weigh, measure, mix and prep ingredients according to recipes
• Assists in cutting, marinating, precooking and portioning foods
• Steam, grill, boil, bake or fry meats, fish, vegetables, and other ingredients
• Assembles dishes and garnishes where required
• Cleaning work station with proper storage / disposal of leftover food
• Maintains an organized, clean and safe working environment
• Adhere to all provincial health and civil code regulations
• Maintaining a positive and professional approach with co-workers
• Assists part-time employees and perform other duties and assignments as directed

Working Conditions
• Inside, loud, hot, cold (in storage freezer on occasion), slippery floors, fast paced
• May sustain minor cuts, burns and bruises on occasion while on the job

Success Factors
• Attention to detail
• Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with colleagues in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Critical thinking and reasoning skills to solve problems quickly
• Basic Mathematics: Prep Cooks are required to measure and weigh product for recipes
• Stamina: Prep Cooks often stand for long periods of time and are required to lift medium to
heavy objects
• Understands and follows written and verbal direction explicitly and asks for clarification when
necessary
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the department
manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality & gourmet foods in the Markham community
for over 30 years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide
customers with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service.
The Village Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food
offerings in a friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under
the banner “Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food
options beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Kitchen/Prepared Foods Department
POSITION TITLE: Food Packer/Shipper (Full-Time, Summer)
LOCATION: Village Kitchen (111 Finchdene Square, Scarborough, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Production Manager

The Food Packer works in the Village Kitchen’s Scarborough production facility and is responsible for
the timely and accurate packaging of food products into containers and shipping boxes. You pride
yourself on your professionalism and enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Your work ethic, attention to detail, ability to take direction and passion to get things done makes you
the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a food production environment
• Fluent in speaking and reading English
• Available to work weekly (Monday to Friday), 7:00 to 3:30 shift
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, hat/hairnet)
• Maintains a clean and safe work-space environment
• Endure medium to high levels of physical exertion (standing, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Packaging equipment familiarity and handling (packing and shrink-wrappingequipment, pallet
lift, etc.)
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Food safety and handling knowledge

Key Responsibilities
• Measure, weigh, and count products and materials
• Place food materials and products into containers/packaging according to order
specifications
• Label food product containers & boxes with required ingredient and expiry information
• Examine and inspect containers, materials, and products in order to ensure that packing
specifications are met
• Record product, packaging, and order information on specified forms and records
• Inspect and remove defective products or packaging materials
• Assemble, seal & pack shipping cartons
• Move packages and pallets to loading dock and assist in loading/shipment

Working Conditions
• Inside, loud, occasionally hot/cold, slippery floors, fast paced
• May sustain minor cuts, burns and bruises on occasion while on the job

Success Factors
• Attention to detail
• Speed & efficiency
• Key communication skills required:
o Speaking and engaging with colleagues in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Critical thinking and reasoning skills to solve problems quickly
• Stamina - Food Packer’s often stand for long periods of time and are required to lift medium to
heavy objects
• Understands and follows written and verbal direction explicitly and asks for clarification when
necessary
• Job Commitment – Reliable, punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the
department manager
• Role Engagement - Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success - Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach - Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 35
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Kitchen
POSITION TITLE: Chef de Partie (Full-Time)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Executive Chef, Kitchen

Our in-store kitchen is looking for a creative chef who has commercial kitchen chef experience and a
sound knowledge of fresh meat preparation You are a take-charge and forward-thinking culinary
professional who is passionate about delivering quality and premium meal solutions to customers. You
pride yourself on your professionalism and enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced and
occasionally stressful environment. Your work ethic, culinary abilities and ability to get things done
make you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Certificate in culinary arts or a related area from a college or technical school
• Minimum five (5) years of kitchen & cooking experience
• Available to work day shifts with some weekend work required
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, hat/hairnet)
• Maintains a clean and safe work-space environment
• Endure medium to high levels of physical exertion (standing, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Kitchen equipment familiarity and handling (knives, measuring utensils, weigh scales, cooking
stovetops, ovens and other kitchen equipment, etc.)
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Food safety and handling knowledge
Key Responsibilities
• Assists the executive chef in all food and day-to-day operations of the kitchen
• Provides direction to staff, ensuring execution of all employee duties
• Completes the duties of a line cook when needed, and is capable of performing the duties of all
kitchen and meat cutting positions
• Adheres to all provincial health and civil code regulations
• Maintains a positive and professional approach with co-workers

Working Conditions
• Inside, loud, hot, cold (in storage freezer on occasion), slippery floors, fast paced
• May sustain minor cuts, burns and bruises on occasion while on the job

Success Factors
• Attention to detail
• Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with colleagues in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Critical thinking and reasoning skills to solve problems quickly
• Basic Mathematics: Chefs are required to measure and weigh product for recipes
• Stamina: Chefs often stand for long periods of time and are required to lift medium to heavy
objects
• Job Commitment: Reliable, punctual and able to consistently work afternoon/evening shifts
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Kitchen/Prepared Foods Department
POSITION TITLE: Prep Cook (Full Time)
LOCATION: Village Grocer, Markham, Ontario
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Executive Chef, Kitchen / Prepared Foods

The Prep Cook works in the Village Grocer kitchen and is responsible for the food preparation,
assembly, packaging, labeling and inventory replenishment for our prepared salads. You pride yourself
on your professionalism and enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced and occasionally stressful
environment. Your work ethic, drive, ability to take direction and passion to get things done makes
you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Certificate in culinary arts or a related area from a college or technical school
• Three (3) years’ commercial cooking experience minimum
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, hat/hairnet)
• Maintains a clean and safe work-space environment
• Endure medium to high levels of physical exertion (standing, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Kitchen equipment familiarity and handling (knives, measuring utensils, weigh scales, cooking
stovetops, ovens and other kitchen equipment, etc.)
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail towards recipe specifications and production
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Food safety and handling knowledge

Key Responsibilities
• Answer, report and follow instructions from executive or sous chef
• Assist in preparation set-up of kitchen and food stations by bringing in necessary food items
• Weigh, measure, mix and prep ingredients according to recipes
• Assists in cutting, precooking and portioning foods
• Prepare (steam, grill, boil, bake or fry) protein, vegetables, and other ingredients
• Assembles dishes and garnishes where required
• Cleaning work station with proper storage / disposal of leftover food
• Maintains an organized, clean and safe working environment
• Adhere to all provincial health and civil code regulations
• Maintaining a positive and professional approach with co-workers
• Assists part-time employees and perform other duties and assignments as directed

Working Conditions
• Inside, loud, hot, cold (in storage freezer on occasion), slippery floors, fast paced
• May sustain minor cuts, burns and bruises on occasion while on the job

Success Factors
• Attention to detail
• Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with colleagues in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Critical thinking and reasoning skills to solve problems quickly
• Basic Mathematics: Prep Cooks are required to measure and weigh product for recipes
• Stamina: Prep Cooks often stand for long periods of time and are required to lift medium to
heavy objects
• Understands and follows written and verbal direction explicitly and asks for clarification when
necessary
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the department
manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Floral
POSITION TITLE: Floral Clerk (Outdoor & Indoor)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager, Floral Department

The Outdoor Garden Clerk (Outdoor & Indoor) works in the Village Grocers Floral Department and is
responsible for assisting in the unloading, unpacking, maintenance, merchandising & customer service
in our floral department. You greet customers in an attentive, friendly and engaging manner and assist
customers efficiently by listening to needs, answering questions and determining the best options.
You pride yourself on your people skills and enjoy interacting with the public. You enjoy working
with indoor and outdoor flowers and are not afraid to get your hands dirty. Your friendly and helpful
demeanor, attention to detail, work ethic combined with your passion to provide customers with an
excellent shopping experience in a demanding and fast-paced environment makes you the perfect
candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends and extended hours on
occasion
• Strong communication skills
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism, personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace environment
• Endure medium levels of physical exertion & stamina (standing, twisting, squatting, bending,
moderate lifting capabilities (up to 50lbs).
• Equipment operation (water hose, build/tear-down of flower carts, wrapping station)
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Observes provincial food and health safety policies
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed

Key Responsibilities
• Confer with clients regarding design, price and type of flowers/arrangement desired
• Water plants, cut, condition, and clean flowers and foliage display and storage
• Unload flowers and supplies from wholesalers and growers
• Wrap and price completed arrangements

• Trim material and arrange bouquets, wreaths, terrariums, and other items using trimmers,
shapers, wire, pins, floral tape, foam, and other materials
• Inform customers about the care, maintenance, and handling of various flowers and foliage,
indoor & outdoor plants, and other items
• Perform general cleaning duties in the store to ensure the floral area is clean and tidy
• Unpack stock
• Create and change in-store and outdoor displays, designs, and look to enhance image

Working Conditions
• Indoor & outdoor work, heavy lifting, working with live floral and dirt

Success Factors
• Communication Skills:
o Speaking and engaging with customers in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Patience
• Stamina: Can often stand for periods of time and is required to lift medium to heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team
• Good memory skills

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Floral
POSITION TITLE: Floral Service Clerk
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager, Floral Department

The Floral Service Clerk works in the Village Grocers Floral Department and is responsible for
assisting in the unloading, unpacking, maintenance & customer service in our floral department. You
greet customers in an attentive, friendly and engaging manner and assist customers efficiently by
listening to needs, answering questions and determining the best options.

You pride yourself on your people skills and enjoy interacting with the public. You enjoy working
with indoor and outdoor flowers and are not afraid to get your hands dirty. Your friendly and helpful
demeanor, attention to detail, work ethic combined with your passion to provide customers with an
excellent shopping experience in a demanding and fast-paced environment makes you the perfect
candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends and extended hours on
occasion
• Strong communication skills
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism, personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace environment
• Endure medium levels of physical exertion & stamina (standing, twisting, squatting, bending,
moderate lifting capabilities (up to 50lbs).
• Equipment operation (water hose, build/tear-down of flower carts, wrapping station)
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Observes provincial food and health safety policies
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed

Key Responsibilities
• Confer with clients regarding design, price and type of flowers/arrangement desired
• Water plants, cut, condition, and clean flowers and foliage display and storage
• Unload flowers and supplies from wholesalers and growers
• Wrap and price completed arrangements

• Trim material and arrange bouquets, wreaths, terrariums, and other items using trimmers,
shapers, wire, pins, floral tape, foam, and other materials
• Inform customers about the care, maintenance, and handling of various flowers and foliage,
indoor & outdoor plants, and other items
• Perform general cleaning duties in the store to ensure the floral area is clean and tidy
• Unpack stock

Working Conditions
• Indoor & outdoor work, heavy lifting, working with live floral and dirt
Success Factors
• Communication Skills:
o Speaking and engaging with customers in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Patience
• Stamina: Can often stand for periods of time and is required to lift medium to heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team
• Good memory skills

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Customer Service
POSITION TITLE: Customer Service Clerk (Part-Time)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Supervisor, Cash Operations

The Customer Service Clerk works closely with on-duty cashiers to process and expedite orders
efficiently in order to minimize wait time for customers in line. The clerk greets customers in an
attentive, friendly, and engaging manner and provides an eager and elevated level of service no matter
the request.

You pride yourself on your people skills and enjoy interacting with the public. Your friendly and
helpful demeanor, ability to learn, diligence, work ethic and communication skills combined with your
passion to provide customers with an excellent shopping experience in a demanding and fast-paced
environment makes you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Available to work flexible hours, evenings, and weekends (extended hours on occasion)
• Effective communication skills and ability to greet customers in a friendly manner.
• Acts professionally when dealing with requests and demanding situations when required
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism, personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace environment
• Endure medium levels of physical exertion (standing, twisting, squatting, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Equipment operation (cash register, electronic scanners, intercom, floral wrapping station)
• Observes company code of conduct, policies, and store rules
• Observes provincial food and health safety policies
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed

Key Responsibilities
• Greets customers in a cordial and friendly fashion
• Asks customers if you can assist in bagging their order, and if they need or have their own
bags(?)
• Bags orders efficiently and without stress to damage to products
• Listens to customers requests when bagging (i.e., “light bags please or “separate bags please”)
• Engages in friendly conversation while bagging when engaged/appropriate
• Loads carts for customers to take away

• Assist cashiers by maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment around checkout
station (sweeps/picks up litter off of floor as needed)
• Surveys parking lot to ensure stray carts are collected, cleaned of any litter, and moved to the
cart corral for incoming customers
• Ensures front foyer/entrance/exit is orderly and clean
• Assists and directs customers as needed to department staff or management
• Assists cash supervisor with stocking drinks, snacks and bulk food as directed
• Helps customers load bags, plants, etc. into vehicles
• Assists elderly, handicapped customers with orders
• Watches for carts left in dangerous areas (gathered before gravity or wind can roll into parked
vehicle)

Working Conditions
• Inside, outdoor work on occasion (i.e., shopping cart retrieval, garbage collection)

Success Factors
• Communication Skills:
o Speaking and engaging with customers in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Patience
• Stamina: Can stand for extended periods of time and can lift medium to heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by supervisor
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a cheerful outlook and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with an elevated level of personalized service. The
Village Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in
a friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Customer Service
POSITION TITLE: Cashier (Full-Time)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager, Retail Operations

The Cashier works in the Village Grocers Customer Service Department and is responsible for taking
payments from customers in exchange for items purchased. They greet customers in an attentive,
friendly and engaging manner and process customers purchases efficiently and accurately by scanning,
entering and bagging grocery items.

You pride yourself on your people skills and enjoy interacting with the public. Your friendly and
helpful demeanor, ability to learn, attention to detail, work ethic and communication skills combined with your passion to provide customers with an excellent shopping experience in a demanding and fast-paced environment makes you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Available to work full time
• Able to work flexible hours, evenings and weekends (extended hours on occasion)
• Strong communication skills and ability to deal with difficult customers when required
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism, personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace environment
• Endure medium levels of physical exertion (standing, twisting, squatting, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Equipment operation (cash register, electronic scanners, intercom, floral wrapping station)
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Observes provincial food and health safety policies
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed

Key Responsibilities
• Greeting customers in a cordial and friendly fashion
• Provides superior service and a pleasant shopping experience for each customer
• Processes customer orders with efficiency and accuracy
• Wrap and place merchandise in bags while ensuring that all customer purchases are well
protected
• Maintains a clean, organized and safe environment around checkout station
• Keeps impulse shelve/displays in front of cash area stocked with inventory and clean
• Balances cash drawer at end of shift

Working Conditions
• Inside, outdoor work on occasion (i.e. shopping cart retrieval)

Success Factors
• Communication Skills: Cashiers can often serve as our primary point of contact with our valued
customers. Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with customers in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Patience
• Stamina: Cashiers often stand for long periods of time and are required to lift medium to heavy
objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the department
manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team
• Good memory skills

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Cash / Customer Service
POSITION TITLE: Cashier Supervisor (Full-Time)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager, Retail Operations

The Cashier Supervisor is responsible for overseeing The Village Grocers Cash Department and for processing
customer transactions, helping to hire and train new cashiers and managing customer service in our store. You
are a motivated and organized professional with retail cashier experience and an excellent head for numbers.
You pride yourself on your people skills and enjoy interacting with the public. Your friendly and helpful
demeanor, ability to learn, attention to detail, work ethic and communication skills combined with your passion
to provide customers with an excellent shopping experience in a demanding and fast-paced environment makes
you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Available to work flexible hours, evenings and weekends (extended hours on occasion)
• Strong communication skills and ability to deal with difficult customers when required
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism, personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code
• Maintain a clean and safe workspace environment
• Endure medium levels of physical exertion (standing, twisting, squatting, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Equipment operation (cash register, electronic scanners, intercom/telephone, pop system)

Key Responsibilities
• Hire, train, schedule and manage cashier staff
• Maintain a positive work environment for cash department and staff
• Oversee the resolution/balancing of cash tills and assist/investigate when anomalies occur
• Manage cash-tray security via the company safe
• Communicate product/scanning discrepancies as needed
• Manage the check-out/cart areas and ensure each station remains clean & organized
• Respond to Cashiers’ requests for price checks and other functions for customer service
• Coordinate staffing resources to assist retail mgr. with shelf stocking & bulk packaging (i.e. chips,
beverages, bulk confectionary, etc).
• Listen to customer complaints and questions and refer them to the retail manager when required. Serve
as the primary point-of-contact for customer service associates

Working Conditions
• Inside

Success Factors
• Communication Skills: Cashiers can often serve as our primary point of contact with our valued
customers. Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with customers in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Patience
• Stamina: Cashiers often stand for long periods of time and are required to lift medium to heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Manages and insures staff is in place as scheduled
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a consistent level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team
• Good memory skills

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30 years.
Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers with
wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner “Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village Grocer to
provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion,
national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical
or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Delicatessen/Cafe
POSITION TITLE: Deli Clerk Specialty Food Artist
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Café Supervisor

The Food Artist works in the Village Grocer’s Cafe department and is responsible for the
preparation and packaging of highly specialized food packages for retail sale and catering orders.

*Charcuterie Party Sandwiches Pinwheel Sandwiches

*Graze Boxes Fruit Baskets

You pride yourself on your culinary passion and attention to detail. You can work independently and
as part of a team. Your reliability, work ethic, organization and communication skills combined with
your passion to provide customers with an incredibly premium product experience makes you the
perfect candidate for this position.

Key Responsibilities
• Design premium sandwiches, graze boxes, charcuterie boards, fruit baskets (training provided)
• Oversee the production of specialty food products, packaging and merchandising
• Ensure sufficient inventory of fresh product is available for sale to customers
• Monitor product turnover and replenishment as to ensure optimal freshness, availability and
minimal waste
• Prepare catering and customized orders in a timely fashion to meet customers requirements and
delivery expectations.
• Clean and sanitize workstation (surfaces, dishes, manage food waste, empty trash bins, etc.)
• Assist with overall departmental clean-up after shift
• Adhere to federal and provincial food-handling health regulations

Role Requirements
• Available to work 3-4 days a week (typically 7:00am to 3:30pm)
• Available to work occasionally on a Saturday or Sunday each week
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, hat/hairnet)
• Familiarity in working with food preparation utensils and equipment in a safe manner
• Endure medium/high levels of physical exertion (standing, climbing stairs, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Focus; can maintain a high-quality standard with a repetitive production process
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed

Working Conditions
• Indoors, standing at production station
Success Factors
• Communication Skills: The Cafe Service Clerk often serves as our first line of contact with our
valued customers. Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with customers in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Patience
• Stamina: Cafe Service Clerks often bend, crouch and stand for long periods of time. Employees
may be required to lift medium to heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as scheduled by the department
manager.
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for 35+
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Cafe/Kitchen
POSITION TITLE: Barbeque Grill Chef – SUMMER STUDENT (May 25 to September 2, 2023)
LOCATION: Village Grocer 
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Executive Chef, Kitchen

You’re a culinary student just finishing, or perhaps still enrolled in your post-secondary studies at an
accredited college in the GTA. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to oversee
our immensely popular summer barbeque program here at our specialty grocery store in Markham.
Now in our third year, our summer bbq program starts in mid-May and ends at the beginning of
September. Working with premium equipment and out of a designated “bbq gazebo” on our property,
we serve-up exciting food concepts each Friday, Saturday and Sunday to our customers.
Our artisan sausages, prime rib burgers, and in-house peameal bacon sandwiches are only the
beginning. Our menu includes gourmet offerings like Korean short ribs with grilled broccolini, lobster
roll with side of slaw and potato chips, butterflied bbq chicken breast served on a broche bun with
apple smoked bacon and Havarti cheese, or perhaps our famous prime rib on a kaiser bun with crispy
onions, portobello mushroom, garlic aioli and a side of potato salad. We can’t forget about the long line
ups for our smoked ribs and briskets with a side of French fries (made in our outdoor Crown Verity
propane deep fryer).

Key Responsibilities
• Menu/feature collaboration and planning
• Service forecasting (customer estimation)
• Food & cook station preparation (food products prepared in advance)
• Daily workspace set up (mise en place)
• Cooking, grilling, plating, serving
• Clean-up

Role Requirements
• Available Thursday to Sunday each weekend throughout summer (May to September 2023
• Can work the following hours weekly:
o Thursday’s (Prep Day) - 10:00 pm to 4:00 pm
o Friday’s - 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (Grill Service)
o Saturday’s - 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (Grill Service)
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance.
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, hat/hairnet)
• Familiarity in working with food preparation utensils and equipment in a safe manner
• Endure medium/high levels of physical exertion (standing, climbing stairs, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Focus; can maintain a high-quality standard with a repetitive production process
• Observes company code of conduct, policies, and store rules.
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed.

Working Conditions
• Indoors, outdoors, standing at production and serving station. Working conditions can vary
accordingly with hot and cool weather.

Success Factors
• Communication Skills: Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with customers in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Patience
• Stamina: Bending, crouching, and standing for long periods of time. Employees may be
required to lift medium to heavy objects
• Endurance: Able to work in outdoor setting when temperatures can get warm from time to time
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as scheduled by the department
manager.
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for 35+
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Café
POSITION TITLE: Café Service Clerk (Full-Time / approx. 35-40 hours per week)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Café Supervisor

The Café Service Clerk works in the Village Grocer’s Cafe department and is responsible for assisting
in light food preparation (sandwich/pizza building), serving customers and clean-up.
You pride yourself on your people skills and enjoy interacting with the public and working with a team.
Your work ethic, organization and communication skills combined with your passion to provide
customers with an excellent shopping experience in a demanding and fast-paced environment makes
you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Available to work a forty (40) hour week (typically 7:00am to 3:30pm)
• Available to work on a Saturday or Sunday each week
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, hat/hairnet)
• Maintaining a clean and safe workspace environment
• Endure medium/high levels of physical exertion (standing, climbing stairs, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Can successfully communicate and engage with customers
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed

Key Responsibilities
• Assist in morning sandwich preparation and lunch time customer service
• Provide premier service to customers by greeting them and responding to orders and questions
• Maintaining the Village Grocers high standards for product freshness and sanitation
• Providing customers with product information needed to make product-related decisions
• Selecting and packaging products as ordered by customers
• Assist with preparing special orders and party trays
• Operating cash registers, microwave, cutting tools, scale and other café equipment
• Cleaning & sanitation (sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning out display counter, etc.)
• Adhere to all provincial health and civil code regulations

Working Conditions
• Inside, fridge work on occasion.
Success Factors
• Communication Skills: The Cafe Service Clerk often serves as our first line of contact with our
valued customers. Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with customers in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Patience
• Stamina: Cafe Service Clerks often bend, crouch and stand for long periods of time. Employees
may be required to lift medium to heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as scheduled by the department
manager.
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for 30+
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Produce Department
POSITION TITLE: Fruit and Vegetable Cutting Clerk
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager, Produce Department

The fruit and vegetable cutting clerk works in the Village Grocer’s produce department and is
responsible for the cutting, preparation and packaging of fresh cut fruit and vegetable bowls and
platters. You are able to work independently, as well as part of a small team. Your work ethic, attention
to detail, dependability, and passion to provide customers with an excellent product makes you the
perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Available to work three eight (8) hour day shifts a week (Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday).
• Can work extended days during peak selling periods (i.e. Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas)
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (hat or hairnet)
• Maintaining a clean and safe workspace environment
• Endure medium/high levels of physical exertion (standing, climbing stairs, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Equipment operation (cutting knives)
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
Key Responsibilities
• Fruit and vegetable preparation (cleaning, trimming, packaging, pricing, displaying)
• Inventory replenishment as needed
• Cleaning workspace at end of day
• Able to handle fragile/perishable items with care and efficiency

Working Conditions
• Inside, fridge work on occasion
• Standing for long periods of time at a stationary work counter

Success Factors
• Willing to learn: We will provide training
• Stamina: Produce often bend, crouch and stand for long periods of time
• Job Commitment: Punctual and dependable

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Produce Department
POSITION TITLE: Produce Clerk (Full-Time)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager, Produce Department

The Produce Service Clerk works in the Village Grocer’s produce departments and is responsible for
stocking produce and serving customers in an attentive, friendly, and efficient manner. You pride
yourself on your people skills and enjoy interacting with the public. Your work ethic, attention to
detail, punctuality and communication skills combined with your passion to provide customers with an
excellent produce shopping experience makes you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Basic knowledge of produce
• Available to work a varied schedule (early mornings, days, evenings on both week & weekend
days. Extended hours during peak selling periods (i.e. Summer, Thanksgiving, Christmas)
• Able to commit to 35 to 40 hours per week.
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Maintaining a clean and safe workspace environment
• Endure medium/high levels of physical exertion (standing, climbing stairs, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Equipment operation (cutting knives, preparation, juicing machines, pallet jack, lift-truck)
• Successful communication with customers
• Observes company code of conduct, policies, and store rules.
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed

Key Responsibilities
• Produce unloading, unpacking and storage
• Produce preparation (cleaning, trimming, packaging, pricing)
• Inventory replenishment and product merchandising
• Cleaning (sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning produce islands and grocery shelves, etc.)
• Customer service in a cordial and friendly fashion (enthusiastically answers product related
questions and customer inquiries
• Adhering to and maintaining the Village Grocers high level of service excellence
• Adhere to all provincial health and civil code regulations
• Assist with deliveries (loading & unloading truck, use of hand pallet-jack)
• Able to handle fragile/perishable items with care
• Juicing machine operation

Working Conditions
• Inside, fridge work on occasion

Success Factors
• Communication Skills: Produce Clerks often serve as our first line of contact with our valued
customers. 

Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with customers in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Patience
• Stamina: Produce often bend, crouch and stand for long periods of time. May be required to lift
medium to heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Grocery Department
POSITION TITLE: Grocery Service Clerk (Full Time; 35 to 45 hours per week)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Manager, Grocery Departments

The Grocery Service Clerk works in the Village Grocer’s grocery departments and is responsible for
shelf stocking and for serving customers in an attentive, friendly and efficient manner. You pride
yourself on your people skills and enjoy interacting with the public. Your work ethic, organization,
time management, punctuality and communication skills combined with your passion to provide
customers with an excellent shopping experience in a demanding and fast-paced environment makes
you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Available to work a varied schedule (early mornings, days, evenings on both week & weekend
days. Extended hours during peak selling periods I.e. Christmas)
• Can commit to working approx. 35 to 40 hours a week
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (hat/hairnet)
• Maintaining a clean and safe workspace environment
• Endure medium/high levels of physical exertion (standing, climbing stairs, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Successful communication with customers
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Preform other duties and assignments as directed
• Assist in training of part-time staff

Key Responsibilities
• Receiving inventory
• Inventory replenishment and product merchandising on shelf and in displays
• Cleaning (sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning produce islands and grocery shelves, etc.)
• Customer service approach in a cordial and friendly fashion
• Enthusiastically answers product related questions and customer inquiries
• Adhering to and maintaining the Village Grocers high level of service excellence
• Adhere to all provincial health and civil code regulations
• Able to handle fragile/perishable items with care

Working Conditions
• Inside, fridge work on occasion
Success Factors
• Communication Skills: Grocery Service Clerks often serve as our first line of contact with our
valued customers. Key skills required include:
o Speaking and engaging with customers in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Patience
• Stamina: Produce & Grocery Clerks often bend, crouch and stand for long periods of time.
May be required to lift medium to heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the department
manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT(S): Seasonal Merchandising & Special Events 
POSITION TITLE: - Seasonal Gift Basket Designer, Production and Merchandising

- Catering & Special Event Support
- In-Store Product Sampling
- In-Store Merchandising Assistant
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Retail Operations Manager 

This role is considered casual/seasonal/part-time and is ‘demands’ based. Working with the retail
operations manager, your primary responsibilities include the design, production, promotion and
merchandising of premium gift baskets and food trays. Other responsibilities include assisting &
coordinating VG Studio and catering events, in-store food and beverage sampling, and general
merchandising responsibilities throughout the store.

You are motivated and can work independently, but also collaboratively with a larger team to get
projects completed. You are creative, friendly, social, and willing to go to any means to make our
customers happy, and at the same time, not afraid to get your hands dirty. You step up when needed
and can multi-task as required.

Role Requirements
• Baskets - Create gift baskets of various themes and sizes. Gather materials, assemble, apply
wrap, and prepare for merchandising presentation. Oversee and keep a clean and organized
workspace. Keep up with sales demand by ensuring sufficient inventory.
• Special Events – Assist with the planning, coordinating and execution of special events in our
studio and store. Participate in events from set-up, to service, to clean up and close.
• In-Store Product Sampling – Assist with the planning, set up and execution of in-store food &
beverage samplings. Through product knowledge and thoughtful presentation esthetics, you are
able to engage, educate and sample customers with an objective to grow sales.
• In-Store Merchandising - Working with the retail manager and our home and houseware team,
(aka “Queen Bees”), you assist in all aspects of retail preparation (receiving, unboxing, pricing,
merchandising, and handling customer inquiries and requests)

Qualifications
• Retail and/or customer facing experience (i.e., host, receptionist, demonstrator, merchandising)
• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills
• Able to manage physical demand such as lifting, standing, bending

Success Factors
• Motivated: Possess an initiative-taking approach to responsibilities
• Thoroughness: Able to maintain our high standards for quality
• Stamina: Job is physical in every aspect
• Engagement: Ability to work with a cheerful outlook and a high level of energy
• Dependable: Meets attendance requirements and is punctual
• Collaborative: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

Working Conditions
• Warehouse environment
• Physical (standing, lifting, moving, etc.)
• Retail floor

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 35 years.
Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers with
wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner “Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options beyond conventional food
retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT(S): The Village Grocer
POSITION TITLE: Gift Basket Maker
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Retail Operations Manager

If you are willing to learn, responsible, and detail oriented we have a position for you as a gift basket
maker in our store. We are looking for a gift basket maker for the holiday season and possibly beyond.
You must be friendly, creative and have a desire to do your best at your job. Job responsibilities include
making gift baskets and wrapping them. You can work independently, and also alongside a small team
to get the orders completed on time.

Role Requirements
• Make gift baskets with various themes and sizes
• Gather materials and prepare baskets for assembly
• Take products provided and assemble them to match a prototype basket
• Wrap baskets in cellophane, tape shut and tie up with a bow
• Move baskets to retail sales areas for merchandising
• Clean and organize work space at the completion of each shift

Qualifications
• You are good working with your hands and attention to detail
• You are willing to learn and can direction well
• You can stand on your feet for extended periods
• You can lift up to 15 lbs. on a continuous basis
• You understand & communicate in English

Success Factors
• Motivated: Possess a proactive approach to responsibilities
• Thoroughness: Able to maintain our high standards for quality
• Stamina: Job is physical in every aspect
• Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Dependable: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

Working Conditions
• Warehouse environment
• Physical (standing, lifting, moving, etc.)

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 35 years.
Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers with
wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner “Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

DEPARTMENT: Commercial Production Kitchen
POSITION TITLE: Baker
LOCATION: Village Kitchen (Scarborough, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Production Supervisor

The Baker works in our production facility located at 111 Finchdene Square in Scarborough, Ontario. This role is responsible for assisting in the production of high-quality, made-from-scratch food products in a precise and efficient manner.

You pride yourself on your attention to detail and ability to thrive in a high-volume
production facility. Your work ethic, organization, time management, and
communication skills combined with your culinary passions make you the perfect
candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Graduate of a certified baking program at an accredited college
• 3-5 years pastry/baking experience
• Available to work a weekly day shift (Monday to Friday)
• Able to work weekends during peak periods like Easter, Thanksgiving &
Christmas
• Able to endure medium/high levels of physical exertion (standing, climbing stairs,
bending, lifting, freezer work, etc.)
• Equipment operation (weigh scales, blow torch, sheeter, dough depositor, mixers,
ovens, knives, stove, proofer, rolling bakers racks)

• Successful communication with supervisors, co-workers, and customers (in-
person & telephone orders)

• Observes company code of conduct, policies, and store rules
• Perform other duties and assignments as directed

Key Responsibilities
• Accurately produces bakery products according to our standard & recipes
• Answer, report and follow precise instructions from chef and supervisor
• Assists in set-up of kitchen and food stations by bringing in necessary food items
• Assists in cutting, marinating, precooking and portioning foods
• Cleaning workstation with proper storage / disposal of leftover food
• Assists with packaging, finished product storage and end of day cleaning

Working Conditions
• Inside, freezer work on occasion

Success Factors
• Communication Skills: Key skills required include written and verbal
understanding of recipes and production task
• Listening skills: Ability to work with others in collaborative efforts
• Stamina: kitchen production staff often stand for extended periods of time, ability
to operate ovens for extended periods of time, and are required to lift medium to
heavy objects
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the
department manager
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of
energy
• Responsibility Success: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key
responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team
• Artistic flair is an asset

About The Village Kitchen & The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer store was started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, with a focus to provide
consumers with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The
Village Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, everyday gourmet and baked food offerings
in a friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. The Village Kitchen
has been producing quality foods for The Village Grocer for over 20 years. In the last ten years, it
began to provide those same products to many other quality food retailers across the province who
wanted high quality products for their own retail stores. Due to this increasing demand, the Village
Kitchen expanded in 2023 with a new production facility located in Scarborough, Ontario.

The Village Kitchen/Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is
the policy of The Village Kitchen/Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all
employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin,
veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information,
physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status

DEPARTMENT: Kitchen/Prepared Foods Department
POSITION TITLE: Food Packer/Shipper (Full-Time, Summer)
LOCATION: Village Kitchen (111 Finchdene Square, Scarborough, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Production Manager

The Food Packer works in the Village Kitchen’s Scarborough production facility and is responsible for
the timely and accurate packaging of food products into containers and shipping boxes. You pride
yourself on your professionalism and enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Your work ethic, attention to detail, ability to take direction and passion to get things done makes you
the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a food production environment
• Fluent in speaking and reading English
• Available to work weekly (Monday to Friday), 7:00 to 3:30 shift
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Adheres to company dress code (uniform, hat/hairnet)
• Maintains a clean and safe work-space environment
• Endure medium to high levels of physical exertion (standing, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Packaging equipment familiarity and handling (packing and shrink-wrappingequipment, pallet
lift, etc.)
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail
• Observes company code of conduct, policies and store rules
• Food safety and handling knowledge

Key Responsibilities
• Measure, weigh, and count products and materials
• Place food materials and products into containers/packaging according to order
specifications
• Label food product containers & boxes with required ingredient and expiry information
• Examine and inspect containers, materials, and products in order to ensure that packing
specifications are met
• Record product, packaging, and order information on specified forms and records
• Inspect and remove defective products or packaging materials
• Assemble, seal & pack shipping cartons
• Move packages and pallets to loading dock and assist in loading/shipment

Working Conditions
• Inside, loud, occasionally hot/cold, slippery floors, fast paced
• May sustain minor cuts, burns and bruises on occasion while on the job

Success Factors
• Attention to detail
• Speed & efficiency
• Key communication skills required:
o Speaking and engaging with colleagues in a calm, effective and friendly manner
o Listening skills
o Critical thinking and reasoning skills to solve problems quickly
• Stamina - Food Packer’s often stand for long periods of time and are required to lift medium to
heavy objects
• Understands and follows written and verbal direction explicitly and asks for clarification when
necessary
• Job Commitment – Reliable, punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the
department manager
• Role Engagement - Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Responsibility Success - Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative Approach - Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 35
years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers
with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village
Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a
friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner
“Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options
beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

POSITION TITLE: Production Kitchen Line Cook (Full-Time)
LOCATION: Village Kitchen (111 Finchdene Square, Scarborough, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Production Manager/ Executive Chef

The Production Kitchen Line Cook works in our production facility located at 111
Finchdene Square in Scarborough, Ontario. This role is responsible for assisting in the
production of high-quality, made-from-scratch meat-free food products and preserves in a
precise and efficient manner.

You pride yourself on your attention to detail and ability to thrive in a high-volume
production facility as part of a production team. Your work ethic, organization, time
management, and ability to work well with others combined with your culinary passions
make you the perfect candidate for this position.

Role Requirements
• Certificate in culinary arts or a related area from a college or technical school
• Good understanding of production cooking techniques with some preserving &
canning experience an asset
• Available to work weekdays with a 7:00 am daily start
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance.
• Maintains and supports a clean and safe work-space environment
• Can endure medium to high levels of physical exertion (standing, bending, lifting)
• Kitchen equipment familiarity and handling (knives, measuring utensils, weigh
scales, cooking stovetops, commercial kettles, ovens and other kitchen equipment,
etc.)
• Strong attention to detail skills towards recipe specifications
• Food safety and knowledge

Key Responsibilities
• Answer, report and follow precise instructions from manager and chef
• Assists in set-up of kitchen and food stations by bringing in necessary food items
• Assists in cutting, marinating, precooking and portioning foods
• Cleaning workstation with proper storage / disposal of leftover food
• Assists with packaging and storage of finished product
• Maintains an organized, clean and safe working environment
• Adheres to and maintains the Village Grocers high level of service excellence
• Adhere to all provincial health and civil code regulations
• Assist with deliveries (receiving and shipping at loading dock)
• Maintaining a positive and professional approach with co-workers
• Perform other duties and assignments as directed

Working Conditions
• Inside, loud, hot, cold (in storage freezer on occasion), slippery floors, fast paced

Success Factors
• Collaborative Approach: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a cohesive
team
• Communication Skills: Good written and verbal understanding of recipes and
production task. Ask questions to be clear with tasks and processes
• Stamina: kitchen production staff often stand for long periods of time, ability to
operate ovens for extended periods of time, and are required to lift medium to heavy
objects
• Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned by the
department manager. Seen as a dependable person with good references

The Village Grocer and Village Kitchen
The Village Kitchen/Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of
employment. It is the policy of The Village Kitchen/Grocer to provide full and equal
employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity
or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any
other legally protected status.

POSITION TITLE: Building Maintenance Person (24 - 32 hours per week)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: General Manager, Owner

The Building Maintenance person works within the Village Grocer (Markham) & Village Kitchen
(Scarborough) properties and is responsible for the general maintenance and internal/external up-keep,
operation and appearance of our retail and production facilities.

Role Requirements
• Experience with commercial handyman practices such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry,
masonry, HVAC and renovation practices
• Custodial, welding and refrigeration experience an asset
• Shifts are typically 6-8 hours per day and may be adjusted based on demands and duties
• Work schedule is 3 to 4 days per week (urgent situations or requirements may require additional
days/hours)
• Experience in custodial and commercial cleaning
• Experience with industrial cleaning practices & cleaning equipment use
• Organized with an attention to detail. Conscientiousness of work outputs and quality
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene & appearance
• Maintains a clean and safe work-space environment
• Perform other duties and assignments as directed (assemble barbeques, furniture, deliveries,
window cleaning, etc.)
• May include some truck driving, loading/unloading and delivery responsibilities

Key Responsibilities
• Address and attend to minor repairs and adjustments to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing
and electrical systems, work with contact tradespersons for major repairs
• Perform other routine maintenance jobs such as painting and drywall repair. maintain inventory
of supplies and equipment and make minor purchases as required
• Establish a weekly cleaning & maintenance schedule

Working Conditions
• Indoors, outdoors, freezers on occasion
• Able to endure high levels of physical exertion including standing, bending, pulling, pushing,
climbing, and lifting at least 50 pounds

Success Factors
• Motivated: Proactive approach to responsibilities
• Thoroughness: Able to see projects and jobs completed
• Stamina: Job is physical in every aspect
• Job Commitment: Punctual and able to work variable shifts as assigned
• Role Engagement: Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Dependable: Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30 years.
Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers with
wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner “Great People, QualityFood” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

POSITION TITLE: Truck Driver (32 – 40 hours per week)
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Produce Manager

The Village Grocer truck driver works within the produce department and is responsible for pick-up
and delivery of food products at the Ontario Food Terminal. Using the company truck(s), the driver
makes early morning trips to the food terminal where they load pallets of fruit and produce for
transport back to our store in Markham.

Role Requirements
• Holds a valid DZ driver’s license
• 3-4 years of driving experience
• Forklift certificate and able to operate a pallet truck
• Early riser and able to work early mornings

Key Responsibilities
• Drive truck to food terminal
• Using a pallet truck, load pallets onto truck
• Once orders are loaded, return to Village Grocer store in Markham
• Oversee and check operation of truck daily
• Maintain truck record/log

Working Conditions
• Indoors & outdoors

Success Factors
• Proactive approach to responsibilities
• Dependable and responsible
• Punctual and able to work early morning shifts as assigned
• Ability to work with a positive attitude and a high level of energy
• Effectively manage and complete all aspects of key responsibilities
• Collaborative: Works well with others and enjoys being part of a team

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 30 years.
Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers with
wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner “Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village
Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to
race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

POSITION TITLE: Social Media & Office Administrator Assistant
TERM: Full-Time
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
REPORTS TO: General Manager

We are looking for a talented social media and office support administrator person to manage our social media
account, assist with customer communications and other responsibilities in the store. You will be responsible
for overseeing our popular weekly feature flyer, creating original text and video content, managing posts and
responding to followers. Other responsibilities such as administration, customer service and others will be
required.

As our social media coordinator, we expect you to be up-to-date with the latest digital technologies and social
media trends. You should have excellent communication skills and be able to express our company’s views
creatively. Ultimately, you should be able to handle our social media presence ensuring high levels of web
traffic and customer engagement.

Key Responsibilities
• Compilation, design and posting of the Village Grocer weekly features flyer
• Monitoring and coordination of email communication with customers to appropriate departments
• Maintaining and updating company website through third party web provider
• Monitoring and maintenance of social media outlets (Google, Instagram, Facebook, Yelp, etc.) for customer
comments and reviews
• Ensure current and relevant content is posted to all primary social media platforms (Instagram & Facebook)
• Updating and communicate store hours in-store and online, as required
• Compile, create and upload specialty menus / features (ie. Thanksgiving, Christmas) from departments to
website and social platforms)
• Design and print department signage and packaging labels as needed
• Develop a weekly marketing strategy for social media
• Holiday menu item master list (bakery orders)
• Lists, signs and documents for various departments
• Assist with personal shopper program (gathering, curbside & delivery)
• Respond to customer queries through social networks
• Work together with web-provider to create compelling content for publication and campaigns

Job Requirements
• Fluent in English with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient or familiar in the following programs:
• Wordpress
• InDesign
• Coral Draw
• Photoshop
• Planoly
• Google Documents
• Instagram, Facebook, Twitter
• Mailchimp
• Outgoing and vibrant personality with a willingness to be on video for social media
• Organized with good time management skills
• Available to work flexible hours
• Works well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Takes initiative and possesses an attention to detail

Competencies
• Technology savvy
• Outgoing and personable
• Strong communications
• Teamwork

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 35 years.
Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers with
wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, everyday and gourmet food offerings in a friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner “Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options beyond conventional food retailers.

POSITION TITLE: Gardener
TERM: Full-Time/Seasonal
LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)
REPORTS TO: Owner

If you have a green thumb and a passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces, then this is the perfect position for you! As a Gardener, you will be responsible for maintaining and beautifying various gardens and green spaces.

The Gardener is responsible for maintaining and enhancing the appearance of gardens and green spaces to create a welcoming and visually appealing environment .We require an individual to assist with the planting and maintenance of our home flower and vegetable garden, Koi pond, and orchard. This can be seasonal or permanent, as you wish.

Main Responsibilities:

Designing and implementing garden layouts

Selecting and planting appropriate flowers and plants

Cultivating and caring for garden beds and borders

Installing and maintaining irrigation systems

Identifying and treating plant diseases and pests

Planting, watering, and fertilizing flowers, shrubs, and trees

Mowing, trimming, and edging lawns

Pruning and shaping plants

Removing weeds and other unwanted foliage

Keeping garden tools and equipment clean and organized

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Prior experience in gardening or landscaping

Knowledge of plant care and maintenance techniques

Ability to operate and maintain gardening equipment

Physical stamina and the ability to work in various weather conditions

A can do attitude around tools and workshop equipment

If you are a self-motivated and detail-oriented individual with a love for gardening, we encourage you to apply for this position and become a part of our team of dedicated gardeners!

About The Village Grocer:
The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 35 years.
Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, everyday and gourmet food offerings in a friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner “Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options beyond conventional food retailers.