Job Description

General Manager - BCause Ventures Ltd.

www.shopbcause.ca

BCause is looking for someone who is keen to work within the food industry, is passionate about food security, and has both the skill and determination to help grow a busy, local company.

Are you a big thinker and an equally big 'get it done' kind of person? Are you a strong supervisor? Keen to learn? Happy to contribute your ideas and recommendations? Not worried about being hands on when required?

This might be the position for you!

The General Manager oversees the warehouse crew and drivers to ensure daily operations run smoothly. This includes hiring/training staff, scheduling and managing the sorting and packing of boxes for home and school deliveries. 2-3 days are working more in the warehouse and less in the office, while the other days will be office based, administrative type work like ordering of product, answering emails, customer service, and working closely with the CEO.

The GM will be an essential "go-to" person for staff and customers so providing positive, courteous and timely service is essential.

Job Responsibilities

Supervises and delegates tasks to packers and drivers. Assists in training new staff, helping to formulate checklists and training materials. Ensure team meetings are held on a regular basis and follows through with agenda items, goals and concerns Understands quality control of fresh food including food safe practices Communicates team and/or business concerns to the CEO Assists with business development and company growth Fosters and encourages a positive environment of outstanding teamwork, mutual respect, and exceptional morale. Maintains awareness of customer needs and directs staff as necessary Responds promptly to customer needs and questions Understand, complies with, and role models the company personnel policies Consistently communicates and models BCause vision and goals.

Job Skills

Excellent organizational and time management skills. Excellent interpersonal, motivational, team building, and customer relationship skills. Capable of teaching others in a positive and constructive manner. Product knowledge Quality control of fresh food Knowledge of the grocery industry is an asset Proficient mathematical skills for managing inventory, completing orders, and overseeing cost controls Demonstrated decision-making ability, leadership skills, and ability to prioritize and delegate. Proficiency with email, Microsoft Office, and excel.

Experience

12+ months retail experience absolutely required. Those with grocery experience will be given first consideration. Proven managerial experience

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

Must be able to lift 50 pounds. In an 8-hour work day: standing/walking 6-8 hours, 2-3 days per week Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling. Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching. Exposure to temperatures: BCause handles food - the warehouse is refrigerated! Ability to work in a wet and cold environment. Ability to work Monday to Friday,

in-person

Ability to use tools and equipment, including box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery.
Starting salary - $62,500/year based on a 40 hour work week, 3 weeks vacation/year

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Discounted or free food
Application question(s):

Are you able to work onsite, Monday to Friday? This job has no ability to be remote
Experience:

customer service/retail: 1 year (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person