Shift LeaderS

Connings Food Market, Appleby

Full time

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

Are you a positive, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment? At Connings, our large-scale market garden brings unbeatable freshness, quality, and value straight from our fields to our customers — and we need someone to help lead our retail team to deliver it every day.

This is your chance to join a busy, customer-focused store where no two days are the same

  • At the heart of the action!

    • 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 and grocery items 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.

  • 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 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