Retail Assistant, Multi-tasking Sales Assistant
Location: Mount Eden
Employment: Full Time could also look at Job Sharing
Hours: TBC , Shop is open Monday – Saturday M-F Shop is open 10 – 4.30 and Saturday 9.30-2
Closed on all Sundays and Public Holidays. Hours to be discussed in the interview
We are a well-established family business specializing in knives, cookware, chefwear, and manicure/personal care items. We are seeking a mature retail worker with strong life skills and an outgoing personality to join our small team.
Key Requirements:
- Previous retail experience preferred but not essential (training provided)
- Computer confidence, including use of EFTPOS and our computer system
- Reliability and a cooperative, team-worker attitude
- Clear communication skills and common sense
- Accurate and accountable
- Flexibility with hours and willingness to cooperate with team members
- Desire to acquire specialist product knowledge quickly
- Responsible and willing to take ownership of your actions
- Interest in cooking, hunting, fishing, manicure, or personal care is an advantage
- Suitable for someone walking or using public transport (no onsite parking available)Close to Maungawhau Train station, opening 2026
Role Overview:
You will be involved in all aspects of running a small retail importing business, including but not limited to:- Answering the phone
- Serving customers in person
- Dispatching orders
- Stocking shelves
- Keeping the shop clean and tidy
As a specialist store, it is important that you develop a good understanding of our product range, including cookware, various types of knives and scissors, and personal care items. Assistance and training will be provided to help you build this knowledge.
Personal Attributes:
- Friendly and outgoing personality
- Ability to multitask efficiently within a small team
- Initiative and common sense to handle day-to-day activities effectively
If you enjoy customer contact and genuinely want to assist customers in finding the best options for their needs, this role could be a great fit.
MUST BE NEW ZEALAND BASED
Interviews will take place from early / Mid January 2026