Customer Service & Packaging Associate

Customer Service & Packaging Associate

Calgary, Canada

Company
Cochu Chocolatier
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$1,622,400–$1,784,640 a month
Posted
13 days ago
Via
via BeBee

Job Description
Join Our Chocolate Family at cochu chocolatier!

Are you passionate about chocolate? Do you love providing exceptional customer service? If you have hands-on experience in a commercial food production setting and crave a fun, supportive work environment that values creativity and craftsmanship, cochu might be the perfect fit for you!

Why You’ll Love Working Here: At cochu chocolatier, we don't just make chocolates—we create moments of joy and indulgence. Our team thrives on passion, exploration, and the love of great food. We believe in learning, growing, and supporting each other, all while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We are committed to offering an uplifting, positive work culture where your skills and dedication are celebrated. If you want to wake up excited to go to work each day, this is the place to be!

What You’ll Do

Retail
• Greet customers warmly and assist them in locating products within the store.
• Food service: preparing hot drinks (coffee, drinking chocolate, tea), serving chocolates for sit down customers, clearing dishes and wiping down tables.
• Keep records of customer interactions and transactions, recording details of inquiries, complaints, and comments, as well as actions taken.
• Complete transactions using our POS system. Perform opening and closing procedures, including cash management procedures.

Packaging:
• Preparing packaging materials, and packaging products for sale, for storage, or for shipping.
• Filling customer orders and maintaining accurate records associated with each order.
• Assisting with managing inventory for packaging and retail: confirm inventory, support procurement, and receive deliveries of raw materials and place into storage.
• Record required information into the appropriate logs in accordance with traceability procedures.
• Maintain the highest level of cleanliness in the facility according to AHS guidelines with strict adherence to the industry defined cleaning schedule.
• Production prep, as requested, to clean trays, sort ingredients and prepare molds.

What We’re Looking For:
• 1-2 years of hands-on experience in customer service
• Barista experience preferred
• Comfortable conversing with individual customers one-on-one, and speaking to large groups (15-20 customers)
• Food safety and handling knowledge and/ or experience an asset
• Strong interpersonal skills and dedication to customer service
• Self-motivated and proficient at working independently
• Strong attention to detail and a keen desire to innovate and improve processes.
• A team player with excellent communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Able to maintain a high standard of quality and commitment to meet or exceed expectations
• Excellent organizational, time management and decision making skills with the ability to handle high-pressure situations in a calm and professional manner
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or valid Canadian Work Permit valid for 1 year or more.

Perks & Benefits:
• Competitive salary based on experience, total compensation: $31,200.00-$34,320.
• Full-time position with an expectation of 40 hours per week, primarily 8-hour daytime shifts between Tuesday - Sunday with occasional evening shifts.
• Employee discount

About Us: Based in the heart of Calgary, cochu is known for our award-winning, handcrafted chocolates and confections. We’re more than just a business—we’re a family of passionate food lovers, constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with chocolate. Every day here is an opportunity to learn, create, and make something truly delicious. We can't wait to meet you!
Apply with a cover letter - tell us why you would be the ideal candidate for this position.
Work Remotely
• No

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $31,200.00-$34,320.00 per year
Benefits
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Flexible schedule
• Store discount

Experience:
• Food handling: 1 year (preferred)
• Customer Service: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs in Canada

Q What is the typical hourly wage range for entry-level packing jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Job Bank, low hourly wages for packers and packagers (NOC 95106) start at $16.55, median at $19.75, and high at $24.10 as of 2026. Full-time workers at median wage earn $41,080 CAD annually based on 40 hours per week. Overtime rates are 1.5 times the regular hourly rate after 40 hours per week.
Q What is the federal minimum wage for packing jobs in regulated industries like transportation in Canada in 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, the federal minimum wage is $18.65 per hour effective January 1, 2026, applying to packing jobs in federally regulated sectors such as interprovincial shipping. This rate increased from $17.30 in 2024 based on CPI indexing of 3.9%. Employers must pay at least this for all hours worked.
Q What work permit is needed for international applicants seeking packing jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per Employment and Social Development Canada, a Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) work permit is required via a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) for low-wage packing jobs offering below $30.25 per hour. LMIA processing takes up to 10 business days if complete, with permits valid up to 2 years. International Experience Canada (IEC) working holiday visas are available for 38 countries with quotas of 10,000-50,000 spots annually.
Q What education or experience do I need for no-experience packing jobs in Canada?
As per Job Bank, no formal education beyond Grade 10 or high school is required for entry-level packing jobs (NOC 95106), with 0-1 month of on-the-job training provided. No prior experience is necessary, though basic math and physical ability to lift 23 kg are essential. Over 70% of positions are entry-level accessible to newcomers.
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