Service Deli Clerk – Costco – Gatineau, QC

Costco’s Gatineau location on Boulevard Maloney Ouest is looking for a Service Deli Clerk to join their busy Service Deli department. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be preparing, cooking, and packaging a variety of fresh foods daily — from rotisserie chickens and ribs to salads, party trays, and take-and-bake pizzas.

If you enjoy working in a fast-moving food preparation environment and take pride in delivering quality products and excellent member service, this position at Costco Gatineau could be a great fit. The role covers everything from food prep to equipment maintenance and keeping the deli area clean and compliant with health and safety standards.

About the Role: Service Deli Clerk

As a Service Deli Clerk, your day will be centred around preparing and assembling a wide range of fresh food products according to Costco’s established formulas and presentation standards. You’ll be working with commercial ovens and rotisserie equipment, using automated wrapping machines, and stocking display cases to keep products looking their best for members.

Beyond food prep, this role involves maintaining a clean and safe workspace — sanitizing equipment, following health code requirements including proper temperatures and pull dates, and completing daily documentation. Teamwork is key here, and you may also assist in other areas of the warehouse as needed.

Benefits and Salary

Costco is widely recognized for offering some of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in Canadian retail. While specific pay details for this posting are not listed, employees typically have access to a comprehensive benefits program. As a requirement for this role, you will need to obtain your Food Safety Certification – Level 1 before your first day.

Responsibilities

Working in the Service Deli means wearing many hats throughout the day. From slicing vegetables and assembling party trays to operating commercial ovens and keeping meticulous production records, each task contributes to the high-quality standards Costco members expect.

• Prepare and assemble meals, salads, party trays, take-and-bake pizzas, and other deli items following Costco’s formulas and presentation diagrams
• Cook and handle rotisserie chickens, ribs, and entrees using commercial and rotisserie ovens
• Package and label products using automated wrapping machines, ensuring accurate weights and proper labelling
• Stock and rotate the display case to maintain freshness and visual appeal
• Monitor product quality and department consistency, adhering to health codes including sanitation, temperature controls, and pull dates
• Clean and sanitize all equipment and the deli area thoroughly, including disassembling machinery and using a 3-compartment or power soak sink
• Complete daily documentation including production forms, time and temperature records, and sanitation checklists
• Provide courteous member service at all times and assist in other areas of the department or warehouse as required

Requirements / Skills

This position is open to candidates with no prior deli experience — Costco values a strong work ethic, reliability, and a willingness to learn. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working in a food preparation setting, and takes health and safety compliance seriously. Candidates applying to this Gatineau location must be able to communicate in French (oral and written).

• Food Safety Certification – Level 1 required before the first day on the job
• French language proficiency (oral and written) is required for this Quebec location
• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not mandatory
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain consistency with Costco’s formulas, diagrams, and quality standards
• Physical stamina to handle tasks such as restocking large boxes, operating equipment, and cleaning throughout the shift
• Team-oriented attitude with a commitment to supporting colleagues and delivering reliable member service

How to Apply

To apply, use the official link below to submit your application through Costco’s hiring portal. Make sure your resume is up to date and that you have your Food Safety Certification – Level 1 arranged prior to your start date.

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