Sales Assistant

COBS Bread•Aurora, ON

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Demand for COBS Bread is unprecedented, and we are hiring sales team members to help serve our community. At COBS Bread, we celebrate fresh. Our Sales Assistants are experts in freshness, and in giving our customers a great in-bakery experience. We are looking for personable Sales Assistants to share their love of freshness with our loyal customers. No experience necessary- just the right attitude and a willingness to learn. Our goal is to provide you with the opportunities you need to achieve your goals. Wherever your career takes you, our wish is that the experience you gain at COBS will always be a part of the recipe that makes you, you. Through development programs that provide you with opportunities to lead teams, and take charge when it comes to production, marketing, and sales, we’re invested in offering you the ingredients you need to grow in your career. While you’re here, we’re happy to offer unique benefits that make working at COBS Bread that much sweeter.

Requirements

Someone who takes pride in providing a great and personable experience for our customers
Positive attitude and friendly demeanour
Someone who is reliable, self-motivated, and enjoys learning new skills
A team player who is approachable and likes working with people
Continuous standing/ walking for all tasks
Constant use of both hands, and frequent forceful gripping
Continually operating the POS system
Frequent lifting and carrying up to 7.5 kg., reaching below shoulder level, bending and turning
Occasional lifting and carrying up to 22 kg, pushing, pulling, crouching, bending and reaching above shoulder level

Nice To Haves

Experience in handling cash, credit card and debit transactions are preferred
Relevant retail experience is a strong asset

Responsibilities

Work as part of a small team, providing an exceptional customer experience, and getting to know your regular, loyal customers
Be responsible for merchandising product and executing marketing campaigns
Work alongside your team to keep the bakery clean, and assist with production as needed. (Yep- you’re going to learn how to do some baking! Scones, Danishes, and more!)