· Bottle’O Te Aroha is a locally operated liquor store committed to providing excellent customer service and a great range of products to the Bottle’O Te Aroha community.
· We are seeking a reliable and experienced Store Manager to lead our small team and oversee the day-to-day operations of the store.
· The successful applicant is expected to work on rostered hours which include weekends and late nights.
Key Responsibilities
· Managing the daily operations of the liquor store
· Setting budgets on Summer & Winter sales, staffing & meeting sales targets
· Supervising and supporting staff members
· Ensuring compliance with all Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act requirements and store policies
· Maintaining excellent customer service standards
· Stock ordering, inventory management, and merchandising
· Managing cash handling, POS systems, and end-of-day reconciliations
· Ensuring the store is well presented, clean, and organised
· Monitoring sales and assisting with promotional activities
What We’re Looking For
· Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a liquor store or similar retail environment
· Will require Manager's certificate
· Previous supervisory or management skills preferred
· Strong customer service and communication skills, must be able to attend to difficult clients
· Good understanding of responsible alcohol sales and compliance requirements
· Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and public holidays
· Reliable, trustworthy, and able to work independently
· Must have clean character record
· Some heavy lifting may be required (indicate any health issues)
What We Offer
· Competitive pay of $30 to $35 per hour, depending on experience
· Minimum 30 hours per week with potential for additional hours
· Supportive small team environment
· Opportunity to take responsibility for running a community-focused store
How to Apply
· Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience with references from previous employment for referee check
· [Insert Email Address]
· Applications will be reviewed as they are received.