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Corner Store Operator

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Volunteer opportunity name

Corner Store Operator

Intended job posting audience

Volunteers

Language

Languages

  • En

Volunteer Opportunity Title

Corner Store Operator

Areas of Interest

  • Customer Service , 
  • Healthcare and Social Services Jobs Yukon , 
  • Volunteer Opportunity

Task description

To provide an in-house convenience store service for Residents of the Thomson Centre
To sell merchandise to Residents, staff and the general public
To provide an opportunity for Residents to socialize

Minimum Age

17

Skills needed

Ability to handle cash and make change
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently
Comfort with numbers & using a calculator
Detail-oriented record keeping
Understanding of Residents with cognitive and physical limitations
Reliability
Patience
Ability to communicate well with diverse populations
Willingness to accept supervision

Suitabilities (Ideal For)

  • Entry level

Responsibilities

Follow “Opening and Closing Procedure”
Serve customers in a polite and courteous manner
Maintain confidentiality
Receive cash and make change
Record sales
Note when stock is low and record items needed on shopping list
Balance cash at beginning and end of shift
Assist with pricing when necessary

Durations

Time commitment

2.5 hr shift weekday afternoon (flexible number of shifts per month)

Incentive for the volunteer

Personal fulfillment from serving Residents, staff and the general public
Volunteer appreciation activities throughout the year to recognize volunteers' valuable contributions
Opportunities for in-house training

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