Shift LeaderS

Connings Food Market, Appleby and Nelson Pop-Up Store

Full time

Bring your energy to one of NZ’s busiest fresh produce stores!

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? At Conning’s, our large-scale growing operation means we bring unbeatable freshness, quality, and value straight from our fields to our customers.

We’re on the lookout for positive, hands-on Shift Leaders to join our teams in Appleby and Nelson. If you’re motivated, enjoy physical work, and love being part of a busy, customer-focused team, this is the role for you! 

  • Nelson Store: Full-time position, working Sunday to Thursday, 9:30/10:00 am – 5:30/6:00 pm.

    Appleby Store: Full-time position, split shifts on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, 6:00 am – 2:30 pm.

    Appleby Store: Full-time position, split shifts on Monday 6.00am to 2.30pm (early shift) and Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, 9.00/9.30 to 5.30/6.00pm

    • Leading and supporting your team to deliver top results every day

    • Allocating tasks efficiently and holding the team accountable for great performance

    • Training and developing staff — helping everyone grow their skills and confidence

    • Assisting management with day-to-day store operations and providing cover during leave

    • Stocking and rotating fresh produce quickly and efficiently, keeping displays full and appealing

    • Delivering outstanding customer service and handling queries professionally

    • Managing product orders, stock takes, and inwards goods

    • Accurately process sales transactions, and support cash management and payment handling, if and when required.

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

    • Experience leading and motivating teams

    • Physically fit — able to lift and carry crates up to 20kg throughout your shift

    • Adaptable, reliable, and focused under pressure

    • A proactive “get stuck in” attitude and attention to detail

    • A friendly, customer-first approach

    • A positive team spirit and eagerness to learn and grow

    • Be part of a supportive, family-run business with a strong team culture

    • Opportunities for growth and career progression as we continue to expand

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

    • Free farm-grown produce — fresh from our fields to your table

  • If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
    Apply now with your CV and cover letter, telling us:

    • A bit about yourself and why you’re the perfect fit

    • Your suitability for a physical, active role (lifting up to 20kg)

    • Your availability and flexibility with hours

    We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so don’t wait — apply early!
    Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Apply now