Shift Leader

Connings Food Market, Appleby

Full time

Would you be invigorated by the daily trade of one of New Zealand’s busiest fresh produce stores? 

Connings Food Market is seeking a positive and energetic Shift Leader to help lead our team. 

  • Your day-to-day responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

    • Lead, motivate, and support the shop team

    • Allocate workload and tasks among staff to ensure speed and efficiency in completing duties, while holding team members accountable for their responsibilities

    • Assist with initial and ongoing staff training and provide feedback, and recognition

    • Assist the management team with the day-to-day running of the shop

    • Oversee staff breaks to ensure sufficient coverage and adherence to break policies

    • Receive, check, and sign off inwards goods

    • Maintain satisfactory stock levels, rotate stock appropriately, and ensure product displays are well presented and full

    • Provide exceptional customer service, including handling customer queries, complaints, and refunds professionally

    • Accurately process sales transactions, including cash management, payment handling, and end-of-day till reconciliation

    • Place product orders as required

    • Maintain clean, tidy, and safe work areas in accordance with company standards.

    • Facilitate effective communication between shop staff and management, conveying feedback and relevant information 

    This role requires availability to work one weekend day.

  • As a leader and integral part of our team, you will have the following attributes: 

    • Strong verbal communication skills and attention to detail 

    • Excellent time management skills to prioritise workflow 

    • Adaptable and capable of juggling changing schedules and handling unpredictable circumstances 

    • A positive attitude and are encouraging of co-workers 

    • Be physically fit and able to lift crates of produce up to 20kg 

    • A supportive, team focused culture in a dynamic, family run business 

    • Opportunities for development and career advancement in a fast-growing business 

    • Generous staff benefits, including discounts on food, drinks and groceries  

    • Free farm grown produce  

  • If this opportunity excites you, we’d love to hear from you! To apply, please provide:

    • Your CV

    A cover letter:

    • Summarising your previous experience applicable to the role

    • Describing your suitability for an active, physical role 

    • A detailed breakdown of your availability and flexibility of your availability and flexibility

    Applicants should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.