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Store Assistant Jobs in Kitchener Waterloo, ON (NOW HIRING)

Savers/Value Village

Retail Store Supervisor

Guelph, ON

CA$41K - CA$54K/yr

Retail Store Supervisor Pay Range: $41,184 - $54,362.88 *Applications are accepted on an ongoing ... A range of mental health services to assist you in managing daily life 214 Silvercreek Pkwy N ...

Savers/Value Village

Retail Store Associates

Kitchener, ON · On-site

CA$17.60 - CA$23.19/hr

Retail Store Associate Pay Range: $17.60 - $23.19 *Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to ... A range of mental health services to assist you in managing daily life 50 Gateway Park Drive ...

Savers/Value Village

Retail Store Associate

Cambridge, ON

CA$17.60 - CA$23.19/hr

Retail Store Associate Pay Range: $17.60 - $23.19 *Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to ... A range of mental health services to assist you in managing daily life 480 Hespeler Road Cambridge ...

Savers/Value Village

Retail Store Associates

Waterloo, ON · On-site

CA$17.60 - CA$23.19/hr

Retail Store Associate Pay Range: $17.60 - $23.19 *Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to ... A range of mental health services to assist you in managing daily life 330 Farmer's Market Road ...

Savers/Value Village

Retail Store Associates

Guelph, ON

CA$17.60 - CA$23.19/hr

Retail Store Associate Pay Range: $17.60 - $23.19 *Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to ... A range of mental health services to assist you in managing daily life 214 Silvercreek Pkwy N ...

Savers/Value Village

Retail Store Associate

Waterloo, ON · On-site

CA$17.60 - CA$23.19/hr

Retail Store Associate Pay Range: $17.60 - $23.19 *Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to ... A range of mental health services to assist you in managing daily life 663A Erb Street West ...

Canadian Tire

Store Manager, Ontario St.

Stratford, ON · On-site

CA$53K - CA$70K/yr

Meets established service levels agreements for in-store services and order fulfillment. Provide ... We may use artificial intelligence tools as part of our recruitment process to assist in the ...

Canadian Tire

Store Manager, Ontario St.

Stratford, ON · On-site

CA$53K - CA$70K/yr

Meets established service levels agreements for in-store services and order fulfillment. Provide ... We may use artificial intelligence tools as part of our recruitment process to assist in the ...

Wild Fork Foods

Retail Store Associate

Brantford, ON

CA$18.50/hr

Provide a butcher friendly shopping experience by personalizing every step of the way * Assist ... Frequent movement within the store to access various departments, areas, and products Benefits ...

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Store Assistant information

What is a store assistant?

A store assistant performs many basic tasks in a department or retail store. Job duties typically include stocking products on shelves, doing inventory, assisting customers with questions, and keeping the store organized. A store assistant takes direction from the store manager or department supervisor. Qualifications for this job include customer service skills, dependability, and a good attitude. Many employers do not require previous experience for this position and provide on-the-job training.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a store assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Store Assistant, you need strong customer service skills, basic numeracy, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management software, and barcode scanners is typically expected. Excellent communication, teamwork, and time management set standout Store Assistants apart. These skills ensure efficient store operations, positive customer experiences, and smooth collaboration with colleagues.

What are some common challenges store assistants face during busy periods, and how can they manage them effectively?

Store Assistants often encounter challenges during peak hours, such as juggling multiple customer requests, restocking shelves rapidly, and maintaining store cleanliness. Effective time management and strong communication skills are essential to prioritize tasks and ensure customers receive prompt assistance. Many stores provide team-based support, allowing Store Assistants to collaborate and divide responsibilities, which helps reduce individual pressure and maintain a positive shopping experience even during high-traffic times.

What is the difference between Store Assistant vs Cashier?

AspectStore AssistantCashier
Primary RoleAssists customers, stocks shelves, maintains store displaysProcesses transactions, handles cash and card payments
Required SkillsCustomer service, stock managementCash handling, basic math, customer service
Work EnvironmentRetail stores, supermarkets, convenience storesCheckout counters, retail environments
Common CertificationsNone typically requiredCash handling certification optional

While both roles work in retail environments, a Store Assistant focuses on customer support and stock management, whereas a Cashier primarily handles transactions at the checkout. Many retail jobs combine these duties, but understanding the distinction helps in job searches and career planning.

How much does a store assistant get paid?

The average pay for a store assistant varies by location and experience but typically ranges from $9 to $15 per hour. Entry-level positions may start at the minimum wage, while experienced assistants or those working in larger retail chains can earn higher wages. Pay may also include benefits such as employee discounts and flexible schedules.
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Retail Store Supervisor

Savers/Value Village

Waterloo, ON

CA$54K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Savers Value Village rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 209 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

20th of 50 rated thrift stores

Job description

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Job Title: Retail Store Supervisor 

Pay Range: $41,184 - $54,362.88

*Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to fill new positions and openings as they become available.

Who we are:

As one of the largest for-profit thrift operators in the United States, Canada and Australia for value priced pre-owned clothing, accessories and household goods, our mission is to champion reuse and inspire a future where secondhand is second nature. We supply our stores with gently-used, one-of-a-kind items that have been donated by the community to local nonprofit organizations. We purchase these items directly from our nonprofit partners, redirecting billions of pounds of used items away from landfills and on to our store racks and shelves for reuse, and providing our partners with valuable funding for their community-based programs and services. You’ll often hear us say that we are “Thrift Proud.” It’s the millions of loyal customers who visit our 300+ stores and our more than 22,000 team members that make it possible. Learn more about the Savers® family of thrift stores, our impact, and the #ThriftProud movement at savers.com.

Our brands are Savers (in the U.S.), 2nd Ave (in the U.S.), Value Village (in the U.S. and Canada), Unique (in the U.S.), Village des Valeurs (in Quebec) and Savers Australia.

Summary & Positions:

As a Retail Store Supervisor at Savers / Value Village, everything you do has a specific purpose that links Team Member effort to business results in your store. Our Retail Store Supervisors make important decisions that directly impact the success of their store every day.  And, they continuously develop and empower their Team Members. 

Retail Store Supervisor opportunities in Operations, Production and Retail may include:  

- Front End Supervisor
- Production Supervisor
- Community Donation Supervisor

What you can expect:

  • The opportunity to celebrate uniqueness. We are made up of people from many different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, all with something special to contribute.
  • To work in a purpose-driven company, with a business model that people love for our impact on both the planet and local communities.
  • An investment in the career path interests of our people. With our aggressive store expansion plans, we recognize the importance of the continued growth and development of our team members.

What you get:

Comprehensive onboarding and training from day one. In-house expertise! Our training department / Savers University develops and delivers robust training to every team member across our organization — from new hires to senior executives. We develop around 90% of our training internally, and partner with a variety of renowned providers to supplement our offerings.

  • Comprehensive extended health care plans for full-time Team Members
  • Company-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • A Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with a generous company matching provision to assist you in saving for a secure financial future
  • Paid time off from work for leisure or other hobbies
  • A range of mental health services to assist you in managing daily life

330 Farmer's Market Road Unit 100 Waterloo, ON N2V 0A5

Value Village is committed to fair and accessible employment practices.  Value Village will accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and hiring process by informing applicants that we will make reasonable accommodations available, upon request and through consultation with them, throughout the process.  Value Village will review current recruitment policies, procedures, processes and communications methods and amend as necessary to reflect required accessibility standards.

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