Liquor Store Associate - PT; CityGate

Position: Liquor Store Associate - PT (CityGate)
Who we are:

Otter Co-op is a diverse and growing organization, serving the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley and BC Interior since 1922. With over 103 years in business and more than 600 employees, we are proud to be a locally owned and community‑mindful member of the neighbourhoods where we live, work and play. We operate three food and pharmacy stores (including one with a fashion and hardware department), thirty Angry Otter liquor stores, one feed mill, two bulk petroleum facilities, the Highwayman Pub in Abbotsford, and multiple gas station/convenience stores.

To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit

What you’ll do:

Provide excellent customer service to guests in a courteous, efficient manner

Process register transactions, refunds, and returns, activate gift cards

Ensure register drawer is balanced at the end of shift following company procedures

Stock, face, and rotate products on the shelves

Receive, check, and put away deliveries

Keep store and storage areas clean and organized

Utilize product knowledge to promote sales

Contribute to the team in living the Corporate Values of  Integrity, Community and Excellence

Perform other duties as assigned

Why it matters:
Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member‑owners. Through the work we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.

Who you are:
You are looking for a career in retail store operations as well as:

Liquor retail experience is preferred

Serving It Right license is required

Enjoy working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment

Team player with strong communication skills

Problem solver and quick learner

WSET 1 minimum accreditation is required to be obtained within the first year of employment

Ability to physically lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs on a regular basis and stand for a full 8‑hour shift

Must be committed to a safe working environment

MUST be over 19 years of age to be considered

MUST have open availability and be able to work a variety of shifts that include mornings, afternoons, and late evenings

This position is based out of the City Gate Liquor Store, though it may require on some occasions to travel and work at other locations as business needs arise

What’s in it for you:

Competitive wages

Wage increases based on hours worked and meeting expectations in the position

Annual bonus program for all eligible team members

For eligible positions: comprehensive benefits package and an employer‐matched pension plan

Team discount on gas, liquor, food, fashion, hardware, feed and restaurant purchases

Co‑op membership with an annual dividend payment on qualified purchases

Education assistance program

Learning opportunities to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation

Otter Co-op is committed to a diverse and supportive working environment based on our Core Company Values of Integrity, Community, and Excellence. We embrace diversity and inclusion and are working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

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