An industry for all
Offering flexible hours, comprehensive training, competitive wages and plenty of opportunities for advancement, the food retail/wholesale sector presents a rewarding career option for people from all walks of life. Learn more about the opportunities open to:
Immigrants
Whether you’re looking for a part-time job or full-time career, the food retail/wholesale industry is full of opportunities. As someone from another country, you have much to offer beyond your education and work experience. The language you speak, your knowledge of international food products and practices—all of these have value for companies serving Canada’s multicultural communities.
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Aboriginal persons
The food retail/wholesale industry operates all across Canada, in the biggest cities and smallest towns. It offers an incredibly wide range of jobs—from front cash to head office. All of that means you have more choice about where you can work and the kinds of job you can do. No matter what position you start out in, you can go almost anywhere—there are many opportunities to build on your skills, advance your career and earn higher wages.
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Persons with disabilities
From the warehouse to the front cash, from entry level to management, the variety of jobs and flexibility of the work environment create many opportunities for persons with disabilities in the retail/wholesale food industry. Employers in our sector value talent and commitment and are ready to invest time, money and creativity in solutions that make it possible for good workers to contribute and succeed.
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Mature workers
The wisdom and maturity that come from a lifetime of working—no matter what the job—are enormously valuable in any workplace. Understanding how to be part of a team, taking on responsibility, communicating with co-workers and helping out when someone needs a hand: all come with time and practice.
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Youth & students
The food retail/wholesale industry is a great place to gain work experience, get exposure to different types of jobs and work environments—and earn decent wages while you do so. The hours are flexible, the work is interesting and the team environment gives you the chance to meet and work alongside great people.
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Maintaining a healthy career-life balance can be a challenge. The demands of home are great, and yet the gratification of a career is important and fulfilling. The food retail/wholesale industry offers flexibility, opportunities for advancement, and professional development supports that allow women seeking management roles to progress at their own pace and realize their goals.
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