Job Description

Otter Co-op is now hiring a Part-Time Meat Associate for our Retail Center located in Langley, BC.

Who we are:

Otter Co-op is a diverse and growing organization with locations throughout the Lower Mainland and Okanagan. We currently operate 3 food and pharmacy stores, clothing and hardware, 26 Angry Otter liquor stores, 2 feed mills, 2 bulk petroleum facilities, a feed and hardware store in Pitt Meadows, Angry Otter Tap & Forno, Angry Otter Brewery in North Vancouver, the Highwayman Pub in Abbotsford, 37 gas station/convenience stores and growing. Our Guests and Team Members can take pride that we are a 100% Canadian company owned by our members, and have continued to grow, with sales of over $375 million and community sponsorships and donations of over $384,000 in 2021.

We are committed to giving back to our communities through our Corporate Social Responsibility Program. This year we're committed to donating an additional $100,000 to 100 local charities for our 100th year anniversary!

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

What you'll do:
Reporting to the Manager, responsibilities for this position include the following:

• Maintain high standards of workmanship and safety.
• Cut, trim, and otherwise prepare standard cuts of meat, poultry, fish and shellfish for sale.
• Grind meats using powered grinders and slicing machines.
• Shape, lace and tie roasts and other meats, poultry or fish and may wrap prepared meats, poultry, fish and shellfish.
• Prepare/package product for sale.
• Must be able demonstrate
• Stock product to cases and shelves.
• Loading and unloading of product.
• Perform clean up duties as required.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Contribute to the team in living the Corporate Values of Integrity, Community and Excellence.

Why it matters:

Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that 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 and:

• Previous meat department experience an asset but not required, will train on site.
• Experience meat cutting is an asset, will train on site.
• Motivation to learn and grow within the role.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Must be able to perform physical job duties including lifting, pushing and pulling up to 50 lbs.
• MUST be available 7 days a week for a variety of shifts.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive Wages
• Wage increases based on hours worked & meeting expectations in the position
• Annual bonus program for all eligible team members
• Comprehensive benefits package, including extended health, dental, vision, disability & life insurance
• Employer matched pension plan
• Team discount on Gas, Liquor, Food, Fashion, Hardware, Feed & 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 we're 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.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

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