Checkout Assistant Manager - Christchurch
New World Stanmore is a great community supermarket in the heart of Christchurch. We are currently looking for an inspirational leader to work closely with our successful Checkout Manager to lead our awesome checkout team. This is a new position for our store.
This is a full-time role, Tuesday to Saturday, 11am-7.30pm (40 hours per week).
The role of Checkout Assistant Manager will involve supporting the Checkout Manager with the below tasks whilst also working on the floor to deliver exceptional customer service to our valuable customers.- Managing, organising and supporting our checkout team
- Admin tasks such as timesheets and rosters
- Customer services including Lotto, checkout operating, packing and supervising
- Overseeing the successful operations of our checkout team
- Training the team in all aspects of the role
We are looking for someone who is able to think on their feet and make sound decisions, be cool, calm and collected, and also be prepared to tackle problems as they arise. All whilst interacting with hundreds of different people every day. You will also need to be able to consider a 'whole store' perspective and work with other department leaders.
You must:- Hold a valid Duty Manager Certificate & a valid First Aid Certificate
- Be a vibrant, energetic leader who is honest and hard working
- Be experienced with checkout procedures, including Lotto, and lead by example
- Have physical fitness to handle the role's demands
- Have good communication, organisational skills and be self-motivated
- Have previous leadership experience in a fast-paced environment
- Have excellent written & verbal communication skills
- Be a Customer Service Superstar
- Be a positive role model for the team, be an inspiring leader!
If you are interested in this role please apply via the Foodstuffs careers website. Overseas applicants must hold New Zealand citizenship, New Zealand Permanent Residency or a Valid New Zealand Work Permit. Applications close 11 August 2025.