Retail Assistant

Connings Pop Up, Nelson & Connings Food Market, Appleby

Casual

Do you have a positive, energetic, can-do attitude? Do you lead by example and do the right thing? Do you have your teammates backs? If you answered yes to all three, let’s chat!

Connings is seeking a casual Retail Assistant to join our checkout team, providing exceptional customer satisfaction across both our Nelson and Appleby stores.

  • As a Retail Assistant at Connings, you will be the enthusiastic and helpful first impression for our customers, providing exceptional customer service and ensuring an outstanding shopping experience. A warm smile and great communication skills are essential. While a basic knowledge of produce is required, we offer comprehensive on-the-job training to help you become a produce expert.

    Please note, this role may be during school hours and is not suitable for school students or those seeking work around school hours.

    • Greet and engage with customers at the tills, providing a welcoming and friendly service

    • Efficiently process transactions and manage cash handling

    • Maintain a clean and organised checkout area

    • Handle customer inquiries and resolve any issues promptly

    • Perform other tasks as required to support the smooth operation of the store

    • You will be a team player with a positive attitude

    • Possess excellent communication skills to effectively interact with customers and team members

    • Be able to multitask and adapt to changing situations in a fast-paced retail environment

    • Demonstrate a strong focus on delivering great customer service and ensuring customer satisfaction

    • Have a flexible approach to work, being able to assist with various tasks as needed

    • Show initiative and a proactive approach to maintaining store standards and contributing to a positive store atmosphere

  • You will be part of an amazing team in an exciting and varied role. Working in a family-owned business who values the part their people play. In this fast-growing business you will have career advancement and development opportunities. As well as generous staff benefits and perks.

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

    • A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role

    • Your CV

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