🍁 Earn $54,080/year as a Produce Receiver in Canada with full visa sponsorship! 88 Supermarket is hiring 2 Produce Receivers for its Garden City Road location in Richmond, BC. Enjoy stable full-time hours, employee discounts, and training, with potential LMIA support toward a Canadian work permit and future PR pathways. International applicants welcome — apply now before both positions are filled!
Job Summary
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88 Supermarket, a well-known multicultural grocer in Richmond, British Columbia, is expanding its Produce team and seeking detail-oriented Produce Receivers. In this hands-on role, you’ll be the first point of quality control for fresh fruits and vegetables, ensuring incoming shipments are accurate, safe, and ready for the sales floor.
Based at 4591 Garden City Road, Richmond, BC V6X 2K4, you will work closely with the Produce Manager, vendors, and drivers to maintain product freshness, inventory accuracy, and a clean, organized receiving area. With two vacancies available, this is a great opportunity for international candidates and local applicants who want steady hours, growth potential, and an employer open to visa sponsorship.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Receiving & Inspection: Verify shipments against purchase orders; check freshness, grade, temperature, and packaging; record discrepancies and damages.
Documentation & Systems: Complete receiving logs, label products, and use basic computer or handheld tools to update quantities and locations.
Stock Rotation (FIFO): Rotate produce using first-in, first-out; cull and report spoilage; maintain traceability.
Storage & Handling: Move goods to coolers and prep areas; maintain proper temperatures and safe stacking to prevent damage.
Equipment Operation: Safely operate pallet jacks and, if certified, forklifts to unload and stage pallets.
Sanitation & Food Safety: Keep docks, coolers, and backrooms clean; follow HACCP and store food safety procedures; respond to spills.
Communication: Coordinate with drivers, suppliers, and the Produce team; promptly escalate shortages or quality issues.
Inventory Support: Assist with cycle counts, returns/credits, and adjustments to ensure accurate inventory.
Requirements:
6+ months of experience in grocery receiving, produce handling, or warehouse operations preferred (entry-level candidates with strong work ethic will be considered).
Able to lift up to 23 kg (50 lb) repeatedly and work in cold environments.
Basic computer/handheld scanner skills and accurate data entry.
Knowledge of FIFO and food safety best practices is an asset.
Good English communication skills; additional languages are an advantage.
Available for early mornings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
Eligibility to work in Canada or to be sponsored under the TFWP (visa sponsorship may be considered for qualified candidates).
Forklift certification is an asset (training may be provided for the right candidate).
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Food safety, WHMIS, or warehouse safety training considered an asset.
Working Conditions:
Fast-paced retail backroom/receiving dock with frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
Regular work in coolers (approximately 0–5°C); PPE/warm gear provided.
Early-morning start times; 8-hour shifts, 5 days per week (40 hours typical).
Overtime may be required based on business needs.
Exposure to outdoor weather during loading/unloading.
Benefits:
Competitive hourly pay: CAD $18–$22 per hour (based on experience).
Estimated earnings: $54,080 per year based on full-time schedule.
Overtime pay, statutory holidays, and vacation per BC Employment Standards.
Employee discount on groceries.
Training and onboarding; safety PPE provided.
Opportunities to progress into inventory, produce, or warehouse lead roles.
Visa sponsorship and LMIA support may be available for qualified international applicants.
Visa Sponsorship & Immigration Information:
88 Supermarket welcomes international applicants and may support qualified candidates through Canada’s Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP). Where required, a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) can be pursued to support a closed work permit when suitable local candidates are not available.
Depending on your background, you may later explore pathways to permanent residency via programs such as the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP) or other federal streams where eligible. Prepare key documents including a valid passport, updated resume/CV, reference letters, educational certificates, and proof of relevant experience. Language test results (e.g., IELTS General Training) and an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) are not always required for the work permit but can help with future PR applications.
Candidates already in Canada on a valid status (e.g., PGWP/OWP) are encouraged to apply and indicate current authorization. Final sponsorship decisions depend on program eligibility and employer needs at the time of hiring.
How to Apply:
Prepare an updated resume/CV in English tailored to produce receiving or warehouse work.
State your current work authorization status for Canada.
Include contactable references or experience letters if available.
Submit your application through the apply button on this page.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
About the Company:
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88 Supermarket is a community-focused, multicultural grocery retailer known for fresh produce, international foods, and friendly service. Located in Richmond, BC, the team prides itself on quality, value, and a safe, supportive work environment.
As a growing employer, 88 Supermarket promotes teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement. Join a diverse workforce that values reliability, integrity, and the shared goal of delighting customers every day.
Job Types:
Full Time
Salary:
$54,080 per year
Work Location:
In person
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FAQs:
Q: Is visa sponsorship available? A: Yes. For qualified candidates, 88 Supermarket may support LMIA-based work permits under the TFWP when local recruitment options are exhausted.
Q: Is previous experience required? A: Experience in produce receiving, grocery, or warehouse operations is preferred, but motivated entry-level applicants with strong physical ability and attention to detail will be considered.
Q: Can foreign workers/international applicants apply? A: Absolutely. International applicants are encouraged to apply and should note their current status and sponsorship needs in the application.
Q: What is the salary and is it negotiable? A: The role pays CAD $18–$22 per hour depending on experience. The estimated annual earnings for full-time hours are $54,080. Final rates are based on skills and experience.
Q: What are the working hours/schedule? A: Full-time, typically 40 hours per week with early-morning starts. Weekend and holiday shifts may be required. Overtime may occur based on business needs.
Q: Is this a permanent position? A: This is a full-time ongoing role. For sponsored workers, employment is subject to work permit conditions and business needs.
Q: Are there opportunities for career growth? A: Yes. High performers can progress into roles such as inventory control, produce lead, or warehouse coordination.
Q: What benefits are included? A: Competitive hourly pay, overtime and vacation per BC standards, employee grocery discounts, training/PPE, and potential visa sponsorship support for eligible candidates.
Ready to take the next step in your grocery career? Apply today to join 88 Supermarket’s Produce team in Richmond, BC, and start your pathway to stable work in Canada with potential visa sponsorship.
