
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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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.