We are looking for a smart, creative foodie to help us in the warehouse packing our organic food baskets for families across the Ottawa/Gatineau area. We deliver organic fruits, veggies and more from over a dozen local farms and deliver all year around.
Our closely-knit family of employees at Ottawa Organics comprises of a diverse, dynamic, and dedicated group of individuals working toward the common goal of bringing local food to local people. If you have a passion for local organic food, community and customer service, we want to get to know you!
This job gives you hands‑on experience working with locally grown food alongside a team of like‑minded people who love food and interacting with the community of local farmers and producers that deliver to us every week.
Basket Packer Responsibilities Will Include
- Packing orders, according to order sheets.
- Weighing and sorting produce.
- Loading, unloading, and transferring product to designated areas.
- Helping to keep the warehouse neat and orderly at all times.
Schedule
The position is approximately 6‑8 hours per day, 2‑3 days a week (Tuesday‑Friday). We are in operation all year round (this is not a seasonal or temporary job). Days, hours, and start/end time are adaptable.
Skills
- Familiarity with fruits and vegetables.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Creative.
- Self‑motivated.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a small team environment.
- Customer Service.
Experience, Education, Training
- Passion for awesome customer service.
- Interest in local and organic food.
- Driver license helpful but not required.
Access and Parking
- We are either a short walk or a 20 minute walk from the bus (check us out on a map first!)
- Free parking on site in our parking lot.
Compensation
- $18 per hour
- Employee Discount.
To Apply
Please send resume, cover letter, and tell us why you love fresh fruits and vegetables!