Capitalize on your experience
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.You may be retired but not quite ready to leave the workforce. Maybe you’d like to supplement your income, or meet new people. The food retail/wholesale industry offers a variety of jobs and flexible hours that fit with your goals and lifestyle.
“My job in the food retail/wholesale industry”
Read the stories of older workers who have found success in our sector.
Produce Clerk
Ed had a successful 30-year career in the high-tech industry. Four years into retirement he realized he missed the challenge and social interaction of work. When his local supermarket was looking to hire some mature workers, Ed decided to apply. Even though he didn’t have any experience in the food retail/wholesale industry, he’d spent his whole career dealing with people.
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Stock Clerk
After a 34-year career with the provincial government, Clyde found he wasn’t quite ready for retirement. Strong, able and sharp-minded, he felt he still had a lot to offer, so he took a job as a stock clerk at his local grocery store. One year later, he says it’s the perfect later-in-life occupation.
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Learn more about the supports and services available
Check out the CGHRC Workplace Diversity Directory (WDD)—our national database of organizations that provide employment services and financial support to older workers.