Job Details:

Assistant Store Manager

Employer: Bazaar Limited
Trading As: VIP's MiniMart
Location: 123–125 King Street, Temuka 7920, New Zealand

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Guaranteed Hours: Minimum 32 hours per week
Pay Rate: NZD $35.00 per hour

About Us

Bazaar Limited, trading as VIP's MiniMart, is one of Temuka's leading retail and food businesses. We operate a busy convenience store together with a popular Takeaway food outlet, serving customers throughout Temuka and the wider Timaru district. Our business has built a strong local reputation supported by an established online ordering and delivery presence, resulting in high daily customer volumes and a fast-paced operating environment.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Store Manager to support the Store Manager in leading our growing business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the Store Manager in managing the day-to-day operations of the business.

  • Supervise, train and support retail and food service staff.

  • Prepare staff rosters and allocate daily duties.

  • Monitor sales performance and assist in achieving business targets.

  • Manage inventory, stock ordering, stock control and merchandising.

  • Maintain high standards of customer service across all business operations.

  • Handle customer enquiries and resolve complaints professionally.

  • Assist with cash handling, banking and daily reconciliations.

  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Food Safety, company policies and retail legislation.

  • Support online order fulfilment and coordinate with delivery platforms.

  • Maintain attractive store presentation and promotional displays.

  • Prepare operational reports and assist with administrative duties.

  • Support the Store Manager in maintaining efficient, compliant and profitable operations.

Skills & Experience

Applicants must have:

  • At least 2 years' relevant retail management or supervisory experience, or

  • A relevant tertiary qualification in Business, Retail Management, Management or a related field.

Applicants should also have:

  • Strong leadership and team management skills.

  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.

  • Experience using POS systems, stock management and cash handling procedures.

  • Good organisational, planning and problem-solving abilities.

  • Ability to work efficiently in a busy retail and food service environment.

  • Flexibility to work weekends, evenings and public holidays as required.

What We Offer

  • Permanent full-time employment.

  • Minimum 32 guaranteed hours per week.

  • Competitive remuneration of NZD $35.00 per hour.

  • A supportive and professional working environment.

  • Opportunities for career growth and development.

Apply Now

Please email your CV and Cover Letter to: Bazaarlimited26@gmail.com

Only applicants legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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