Job Description

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Purdys Chocolatier is delighted to have been voted by our employees as one of Canada's Best Employers. This esteemed award is a testament to the rich texture of our history and our more than 115 years of dedication to quality, trust,and supportive work environment.

Job type: Part-time, Seasonal (6 months)

Hours are estimated to be: Approximately 12+ hours per week

Expected hourly pay: $18.00 per hour

Do you love chocolate? As a proud Canadian Chocolatier, we create connection and joy through the power of chocolate and have a great deal of fun doing so.

We truly value diversity in our workforce and therefore, welcome applicants of all ethnic groups, genders, races, religions, abilities, and backgrounds.

Job Overview: We are looking for an enthusiastic Chocolate Sales Connoisseur to join our sales team at our new pop-up shop in Pickering City Centre. You will contribute to sales and profitability by achieving sales goals and providing exceptional customer service. This position is a great opportunity to expand your experience in retail while selling our award-winning chocolate products.

This is a seasonal part-time position, with an expected start date in late October. This role requires availability for all types of shifts (days, evenings, weekends, and holidays). The successful candidate can expect to work approximately three shifts per week. Please apply online.

You will be a good fit if you are:

• Excited about our Chocolatier training program – we will teach you everything about chocolate from its origins to our production process (previous retail experience is an asset)
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Dedicated to providing a great customer experience
• Enthusiastic about selling a quality product
• Energetic and enjoy connecting with new people
• Available for all types of shifts.

Get ready to enjoy:

• Employee discount
• Employee Referral Program - refer a friend to work and get a cash reward
• Working with fantastic people who are passionate about creating incredible Purdys moments
• Fun working environment that values work-life balance
• Benefits and perks if you become our permanent employee (Profit sharing, Active Lifestyle Reimbursement, Tuition Reimbursement and much more)

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We appreciate the interest of all applicants, and while we wish we could personally reach out to everyone, we can only contact those selected for an interview.

We genuinely care about providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please reach out to us via email at resumes@purdys.com. We're here to help!