Retail Shop Assistant - Ringa Āwhina ā-Toa
Retail Assistant – Ringa Āwhina ā-Toa
- $29.90 per hour
- Part-time
- Friday to Sunday
About the role
The retail stores at part of our Social Enterprise Strategy, strategically located to provide a variety of shopping opportunities, as well as e-commerce. Supplied by individual and organisation donations our stores are full of hidden gems from all eras and seasons. Including a selection of pre-loved goods, from men’s and women’s clothing and accessories, bric-a-brac, books, music and more. We value team development and our people's career growth; we will mentor you on your unique journey to do meaningful work in a supportive environment. This role is a great starting point where you can learn on the job and work towards a longer-term career at Auckland Mission.
Duties
- Provide a high standard of customer service.
- Process Sales & Donations according to Mission Policies & Procedures.
- Operate a till including cashing up and end of day reporting.
- Make sure the shop is clean, tidy, shelves stocked and looking good all day long.
- Setup or breakdown of our displays including the shop window.
Skills & Experience
- Retail and customer service experience.
- Great written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent record-keeping.
- Team Oriented – Ability to work well with others.
- Possesses physical strength necessary to lift and move inventory.
What we offer
- Opportunities to strengthen cultural connection through weekly Kapa Haka, waiata, and monthly romiromi.
- Access to EAP & external supervision.
- “Mission Leave” provides an opportunity to focus on wellbeing along with annual and sick leave.
- Tangihanga leave.
- Access to sick leave from your 1st day of employment.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Staff discounts at Auckland City Mission Op Shops and Pharmacy.
- Access to low cost, fresh produce through the Mission Grocer.
- Convenient access to public transport and discounted parking options.
- Opportunities for career progression within the Mission.
About the organisation
Auckland City Mission – Te Tāpui Atawhai works alongside people in Tāmaki Makaurau facing poverty, homelessness, hunger, and isolation.
With over 100 years of service, we deliver integrated support across housing, food, health and recovery, supporting tens of thousands of Aucklanders every year. Our work is grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi and guided by our values; Manaakitanga, Rangapū, Atawhai, and Manatika/Mana Ōrite.
We believe in people, collective responsibility, and hope - and invite those who share our values to join us.
