Edible Arrangements Ottawa

ABOUT EDIBLE ARRANGEMENTS:

Our team is responsible for creating the mouthwatering fruit arrangements, dipped fruit boxes and cut fruit for to-go products, following the operational procedures set by Edible Arrangements; for maintaining a high quality of customer service and product.

Why work here??? We are a unique combination of jobs - food service/prep without those long night shifts and smelly fryer; retail without the constant shelf restocking; and, opportunity to grow with reputable brand

Summary of Key Qualifications & Skills Required:

Since most of our day-to-day tasks are simple but done under strict corporate guidelines, we conduct extensive training for our new hires.... this means previous experience in fruit bouquets is not necessary; However, previous supervisory experience - especially if from a franchise environment - is preferred.

We are specifically looking for motivated individuals looking for a stable place of employment - motivated, hardworking individuals looking for a place where they fit.

Some traits we are looking for:

-We are looking for MATURE candidates who are available during the 9-7 window consistently; available to work assorted shifts if necessary. we work from a set schedule, but also need candidates who are available to cover disruptions to that schedule - ie: sick days, etc.

-Applicants MUST live locally in Ottawa year-round

- Store hours are Monday-Friday 9-7, Sat 8-5 and Sunday 10-3, applicants must have flexibility to work during those hours as scheduled, including some evenings

- A positive attitude is a must

- Willingness to do hands-on supervision is a must

- A willingness to work fast and efficiently when the pressure is on, and work longer hours during peak periods - Mother's Day, Christmas, Valentine's by way of example - is a MUST

- Candidates must enjoy working within a team, but be more than capable of working alone too

- Excellent communication skills, and patience with Customers and both staff are priorities

- Previous customer service/ sales experience is preferred

- Ability to read work orders, and follow other verbal and written instructions is a must

-Ability to clearly communicate instructions to others is a must

- Organizational skills are mandatory

- Ability to left, carry and/or push 30lbs

- Ability to stand, bend, reach and scoop through-out assigned shifts

- A High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.

- A valid driver's license is required.

Summary of Key Duties:

- Customer service

- cleaning checklists and equipment

- washing, peeling and/or cutting various fruit

- ensures proper food sanitation protocols are in place

- builds bouquets, boxes and trays according to Edible Arrangements' methods & procedures

- packaging arrangements

- receives and stores fruit, supplies, equipment, utensils in refrigerators, cupboards and other storage areas as appropriate

- removes trash and cleans kitchen garbage containers

- sweeps and mops floors

We are only looking for serious and long term candidates please.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $17.20 per hour

Expected hours: 35 - 45 per week

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person