Directory of Semiskilled Trades

Sector : 03 - Food Services and Tourism Info

8817 Convenience Store Clerk

M817
Field of application Convenience store clerks work in service station/convenience stores or convenience stores.
Other job titles No other job title

710 - Receive or help receive merchandise, raw materials, semi-finished products, etc. Optional task or competency 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Observance of rules with respect to hazardous materials
  • Compliance with quality standards
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Compliance with company policies
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Accurate data
  • Careful handling of merchandise

Tasks

  • Receive instructions from the person in charge about the delivery schedule and types of merchandise (food products, dry goods, animals, materials, hazardous materials, etc.).
  • Welcome the driver of the delivery vehicle.
  • Read over the delivery documents: check the delivery location, date and time.
  • Sign the shipping receipt.
  • Notify quality control so they can come and check the raw materials.
  • Cross-check the delivered merchandise against the ordered merchandise (type of merchandise, quantity, etc.).
  • Check the condition of the merchandise: do a visual inspection of the packaging or boxes, open a container, count the items, etc.
  • Apply the prescribed procedure if merchandise is damaged or does not comply.
  • Use an optical scanner to record the entry of the merchandise.
  • Fill out the administrative forms and send them to the department concerned or to the designated person.
  • Detect any problems and notify the person in charge.

712 - Handle food and other products 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Observance of rules with respect to hazardous materials
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of materials-handling equipment
  • Concern for the safety of people and goods
  • Careful handling of products

Tasks

  • Choose the materials-handling equipment in accordance with the form and weight of the products.
  • Check the condition of the materials-handling equipment.
  • Lift boxes, bags, materials or any other cumbersome items and place them on the equipment.
  • Move products.
  • Place the products in the designated locations.
  • Detect any problems and notify the person in charge.

715 - Package food and non-food products Optional task or competency 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Compliance with quality standards
  • Proper application of the work techniques
  • Accurate and visible labelling
  • Concern for efficiency
  • Attractive presentation of products

Tasks

  • Set up the work area and prepare the packaging materials and equipment.
  • Check the condition of the packaging containers.
  • Check that the scale is working properly.
  • Count or weigh products. Optional task or competency
  • Sort or organize the products. Optional task or competency
  • Place the products in containers or bags and repackage them.
  • Check the quality of the presentation.
  • Close and seal the containers.
  • Verify the accuracy of the information on the labels and affix them to the products.
  • Put food products in the cold room, refrigerated counters or freezers.

22 - Stock the counters, freezers, shelves or display cases 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of hygiene and cleanliness rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Compliance with display plan
  • Attractive presentation of products

Tasks

  • Read the display plan.
  • Check which articles are on special in the weekly flyer. Optional task or competency
  • Rotate products: check the expiry dates and remove expired products.
  • Wipe off counters and shelves.
  • Dust containers of food and non-food products.
  • Replace new products.
  • Check the labels close to the counters and shelves.
  • Detect various problems ( breakages, malfunctioning equipment, missing objects, etc.) and notify the person in charge.

831701 - Serve customers in a convenience store 2

Performance criteria

  • Attentiveness
  • Relevant, accurate and clear information provided
  • Concern for client satisfaction.

Tasks

  • Greet customers.
  • Take note of customers’ requests.
  • Provide information on products.
  • Provide information: directions, tourist sites, etc.
  • Direct customers toward the product requested.
  • Hand products to customers.

831702 - Provide service at the gas pump Optional task or competency 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Concern for customer safety and satisfaction

Tasks

  • Pump gas.
  • Clean the windows and headlights.
  • Add oil and windshield washer fluid. Optional task or competency
  • Check and adjust tire pressure. Optional task or competency
  • Keep the premises and the gas pumps clean and accessible.

10 - Receive payment from customers Optional task or competency 2

Performance criteria

  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Courteous service
  • Honesty
  • Accurate calculations and data entered
  • Proper use of computerized equipment

Tasks

  • Receive money and give change.
  • Use a cash register, computerized sales equipment or a point-of-sale terminal to receive payment by credit or debit card.
  • Charge amounts to customers’ accounts. Optional task or competency
  • Give receipts, sales slips, transaction records, etc.
Info Optional competency or task. Competencies or tasks marked with this symbol are not required in all workplaces. They could be included in a student’s training plan if the practicum setting offers the opportunity for the student to apply them.