Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

At Loblaw, we help millions of Canadians get through their best days, worst days, celebration days, and every day. Through our innovation and quality products, we’re here for our friends, neighbours, family members and colleagues.

We succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us.

We’re looking for adaptable people who are thrilled to join us in our goal of helping Canadians Live Life Well®. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. We promote leaders at every level and support our people to follow their passion.

Overview:

The successful candidates would be self-motivated, possess strong learning agility and a passion to pursue a meat career.  The candidate will contribute to the profitability of the meat department through effectively maintaining consistent merchandising standards, quality product, and exceptional service to our customers.

The program is up to 1 (one) year in duration and consists of the following:

• On-the-job training
• Training at various Fortinos locations by experienced and qualified trainers
• Feedback provided on personal progress via assessments
• Corporately sponsored program.  Applicants selected based on skill, ability, competence, knowledge, availability and willingness to learn.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To receive, cut and prepare rail beef, veal, lamb and pork ensuring the quality of meat and cut complies with Company standards;
• To prepare meat on trays according to specifications in preparation for wrapping;
• To ensure that the safety and sanitation of the department meet with Company policies and standards;
• To serve customers in an efficient and friendly manner and respond to any customer inquiries, requests, and complaints;
• Travel required; and
• To perform other duties as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate Would Possess:

• Exceptional Customer Service skills;
• Ability to work independently as well as a team player;
• High regards for Health & Safety & process driven;
• A high regard for cleanliness;
• Strong initiative and interpersonal skills;
• Food Safety training would be an asset;
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment;
• Relevant past experience as it would be an asset, but not a must;
• Physical manual labour required, heavy lifting, working in cold environment and able to stand for long periods of time;
• Be familiar and is in compliance with our Company Health and Safety Policies; and
• Must be flexible to work a combination of shifts; including days, nights, evenings, and weekends.

Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing.  Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED

Loblaw is committed to sustainability by sourcing products with integrity and making a positive difference in the community. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Employment Type:

Full time

Type of Role:

Regular

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.    

Please Note:  
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.