Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Canada: Grocery Clerk

Build a Stable Retail Career with a Major Grocery Brand in the Heart of Abitibi
Job Category: Work For Foreigners
Job Position: Grocery Clerk
Employer: Maxi
Location: Amos, QC
Wage: $19.45 per hour
Job Type: Permanent employment, Full time
Schedule: Early morning, Day, Evening, Shift, Flexible hours
LMIA Sponsorship: Available for qualified international candidates

About This Opportunity
Maxi, part of Canada’s largest retail group Loblaw Companies Limited, is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Grocery Clerks to join our team in Amos, Quebec. This is an excellent opportunity to build a stable career with one of Canada’s most trusted retailers, offering competitive wages of $19.45 per hour, comprehensive health and dental benefits, permanent full-time employment, and LMIA sponsorship for international candidates. As a Grocery Clerk with Maxi, you’ll be an essential part of our store operations, helping customers, managing inventory, and ensuring our store runs smoothly. If you’re hardworking, customer-focused, and seeking stable employment with excellent benefits in Quebec, we want you on our team.

Work Setting

• Maxi grocery supermarket in Amos, QC
• High-volume retail food and grocery environment
• Fast-paced customer service and merchandise operations
• Team-based store with supportive management
• Part of Loblaw Companies – Canada’s largest retailer
• Modern store with current technology and equipment

Language Requirements

• French proficiency required for workplace communication and customer service
• Ability to read, write, and speak French for assisting customers and team coordination
• Clear verbal communication for customer interactions
• English language skills considered an asset
• Professional communication representing Maxi to customers

Education Requirements

• No degree, certificate, or diploma required
• All education levels welcome to apply
• Retail or customer service training beneficial
• On-the-job training provided by Maxi
• Willingness to learn retail operations

Experience Requirements

• Previous retail, grocery, or customer service experience considered an asset
• Cashier, stock clerk, or warehouse experience beneficial
• Customer-facing work experience valued
• Barcode scanning and inventory experience helpful
• Entry-level candidates with strong work ethic encouraged to apply
• Training provided for all store systems and procedures

Key Responsibilities

Customer Service:
• Bag, box, or parcel purchases for customers efficiently and carefully
• Carry customers’ purchases to parking lot and pack in vehicles
• Obtain articles for customers from shelves or stockroom
• Direct customers to location of articles sought
• Assist with customer inquiries professionally and courteously
• Provide excellent customer service creating positive shopping experience
• Answer questions about products, prices, and store policies
• Handle customer concerns with patience and professionalism

Receiving and Inventory Management:
• Unpack products received by store from deliveries
• Count, weigh, or sort items accurately
• Use barcode scanning equipment to record incoming stock
• Verify pricing using scanning systems
• Maintain computerized stock inventory accurately
• Label and document orders properly
• Prepare shipping, customs, and courier documentation when required
• Enter, track, and process customer orders
• Generate inventory reports as needed
• May order stock to maintain inventory levels

Merchandising and Stocking:
• Stock shelves and display areas efficiently
• Keep stock clean, organized, and in proper order
• Price items using stamps or stickers according to price list
• Build attractive product displays
• Rotate stock following FIFO (first-in, first-out) principles
• Ensure proper product placement and signage
• Maintain fully stocked shelves during business hours
• Face products and straighten displays throughout shift

Loss Prevention:
• Attach protective devices to products to protect against shoplifting
• Monitor for potential theft or suspicious activity
• Follow store security procedures
• Ensure high-value items are properly secured
• Report security concerns to management

Equipment Operation:
• May operate carts, dollies, hand trucks for moving merchandise
• May operate forklifts and order pickers (with certification)
• May operate other powered industrial trucks (PIT) when trained
• Use barcode scanners, price guns, and inventory technology
• May operate cash register for transactions
• May process electronic commerce transactions using computer systems

Store Maintenance:
• May sweep aisles and maintain clean floors
• May dust display racks and shelving
• Perform other general cleaning duties as needed
• Keep work areas organized and hazard-free
• Maintain clean, attractive store environment
• Remove cardboard, packaging, and waste properly
• Support overall store cleanliness standards

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced retail environment with customer interaction
• Standing and walking for extended periods
• Repetitive tasks including stocking, scanning, and customer service
• Lifting and carrying products up to 50 lbs regularly
• Bending, reaching, crouching, and kneeling frequently
• Manual dexterity for handling products and operating equipment
• Working in cold storage areas when handling refrigerated/frozen items
• Early morning, day, evening, and shift work
• Flexible hours including weekends and holidays
• Attention to detail for inventory accuracy and customer service
• Ability to multitask during busy periods

Personal Suitabilities

• Customer-focused with commitment to excellent service
• Reliable and dependable with excellent attendance
• Punctual and ready to work at scheduled times
• Team player who collaborates well with colleagues
• Organized with ability to manage multiple tasks
• Detail-oriented for inventory accuracy
• Physically fit for demanding retail work
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor
• Honest and trustworthy with merchandise and cash
• Patient with customers and coworkers
• Self-motivated and takes initiative
• Respectful and courteous in all interactions
• Efficient and works at good pace
• Safety-conscious following procedures
• Willing to work various shifts and schedules
• Good communicator in French
• Professional appearance and hygiene

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Customer service skills and friendly demeanor
• Basic math skills for counting and inventory
• Ability to operate barcode scanners and technology
• Physical capability for lifting and moving products
• Attention to detail for pricing and stocking
• Time management for efficient work
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures
• Basic computer skills for inventory systems
• Product knowledge or willingness to learn
• Cash handling skills (asset)
• Forklift certification (asset or training provided)

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Health Benefits:
• Dental plan with comprehensive coverage
• Extended health care plan
• Vision care may be included
• Prescription drug coverage
• Employee and family coverage options

Additional Benefits:
• Competitive hourly wage of $19.45
• Permanent, full-time employment security
• Employee discounts on groceries and products
• Flexible scheduling options
• Career advancement opportunities within Loblaw/Maxi
• Comprehensive training programs
• Supportive team environment
• Part of Canada’s largest and most stable retailer

What We Offer

• Competitive wage of $19.45 per hour
• Permanent, full-time employment with Maxi/Loblaw
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• LMIA sponsorship available for qualified international candidates
• Flexible scheduling across various shifts
• Employee discounts on groceries and household items
• Career growth opportunities within Canada’s largest retailer
• Comprehensive training on all systems and procedures
• Supportive management and team environment
• Immigration pathway for foreign workers
• Work in Amos – gateway to Northern Quebec
• Stable employment with established company
• Opportunities to develop retail skills

Ideal Candidate Profile
We’re looking for Grocery Clerks who:

• Have customer service focus and friendly personality
• Demonstrate reliability and strong work ethic
• Work well in fast-paced retail environment
• Are physically capable of stocking and merchandising
• Communicate effectively in French
• Value teamwork and collaboration
• Take pride in maintaining clean, organized store
• Are flexible with scheduling including evenings and weekends
• Want stable career with Canada’s leading retailer
• Bring positive energy to work every day

Who Can Apply
This position is open to:

• Canadian citizens
• Permanent residents of Canada
• Temporary residents of Canada with valid work authorization
• Candidates with valid Canadian work permits
• International candidates requiring LMIA sponsorship
• Retail and grocery workers
• Customer service professionals
• Stock clerks and warehouse workers
• Individuals with French language proficiency
• Foreign workers interested in Quebec opportunities
• Entry-level workers seeking retail careers

How to Apply
Online: Apply on Company’s Website