HIRING: Seasonal Packaging & Retail Associate
JACEK is an award-winning small business, with 16 years in manufacturing and retailing of luxury confectionary products. We are a Sherwood Park based organization with two retail boutiques, two partner locations and wholesale partners nationwide.
We believe in spreading joy through fine chocolate. Our passion lies in pairing exceptional quality with stunning artistry—because we believe chocolate should be both delicious and beautiful.
As an award-winning, design-driven, and purpose-led chocolatier, our culture is rooted in excellence. If you are looking to be part of a collaborative, joyful team creating something truly special, read on.
Our Core Values
Spread Joy from sourcing to serving
Accountable to ourselves, our team and our customers
Excellence in everything we do
Commitment to the JACEK Experience
Position Details
Role Title: Packaging Associate & Retail Support
Base Location: Sherwood Park
Department: Packaging
Reports To: Packaging Leads
Shift: 8am-4pm from Tuesday to Saturday, 40 hours per week
Contract Length: mid-September 2025 until December 24, 2025, with the possibility of extension
· Ensuring the timely and accurate packaging of all products in accordance with internal specifications, processes and procedures.
· Create packaging work orders in the ERP System.
· Review, validate and close out completed packaging work orders in the ERP system.
· Put away packaged products in accordance with SOP - Storage Procedure.
· Complete daily cleaning procedure.
· Use various packaging equipment (flow-wrapper, sealing machines, label printers, automated hoppers, etc.) to complete packaging activities.
· Assist in the cycle counting of select items per the Cycle Count Procedure and schedule (at least weekly).
· Assist in bonbon count and merge per the Bonbon Management Procedure.
Retail Responsibilities:
· Providing excellent customer service through great understanding of the products, and joyful engagement with guests.
· Stocking shelves and arranging displays
· Handling transactions accurately and efficiently
· Opening and closing boutique, following procedures
· Keeping the store clean, organized, and visually appealing
· Collaborating with colleagues and working effectively as part of a team
Who you are
· Committed to JACEK’s core purpose of spreading joy
· Highly detail-oriented with strong time management skills
· Possess high standards for cleanliness and adhere to our Food Safety Program
· Capable of thriving in a fast-paced, collaborative production environment
· Able to travel reliably to Sherwood Park
· Enjoy focused, repetitive tasks
· Can stand for long periods of time & be able to lift 40 lbs
· Competent on software systems (ERP)
What You’ll Love
· A dynamic and joyful workplace culture
· A company that values ethical sourcing, community impact, and sustainability
· Competitive compensation and product perks
· The chance to create with purpose—and delight thousands of customers
To Apply
Does this sound like you? To apply for the position, please submit your resume & cover letter with details to why you would be a good fit for Seasonal Packaging & Retail Assistant position by September 6, 2025 to mina@jacekchocolate.com. Note: ONLY APPLICANTS WITH A COVER LETTER WILL BE CONSIDERED.