Customer Service and Optical Assistant - Chadstone

Oscar Wylee Pty; Australia; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free glasses every 6 months

Family & Friends discounts

Chadstone store location

Supportive team

Eyewear training

Career progression

Job summary

Oscar Wylee Pty is seeking an Optical Assistant to deliver exceptional customer service and help exceed sales targets in a fast-paced retail setting. You will work closely with the Store Partner and Store Manager, gaining commercial and operational experience at our Chadstone store.

Responsibilities include advising customers on eyewear, ensuring the best frame choices, and contributing to a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Background in fast-paced retail environments.
• Excellent communication with customers.
• Highly motivated and proactive; takes initiative.
• People-centric approach with empathy.
• Flexible to work late evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers to identify eyewear needs and deliver excellent service.
• Provide expert eyewear recommendations and styling advice.
• Maintain a positive, energetic store presence and assist customers to ensure satisfaction.
• Support teammates and contribute to a harmonious, collaborative environment.

Skills

Retail experience

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

People skills

Flexible schedule

Job description

Join our team as an Optical Assistant, a dynamic and engaging role where you’ll aim to deliver exceptional customer service, and exceed sales targets. Your responsibilities will include:

You and the team will look closely with our experienced Store Partner and Store Manager, gaining valuable commercial and operational experience. Our store is involved in our joint venture partnership, where we have had the opportunity to work alongside exceptional business leaders who have joined Oscar Wylee as part owners of our stores.

• Actively engaging with customers to identify their eyewear needs and delivering top-notch service, aiming to go above and beyond to exceed sales targets.
• Provide expert recommendations and eyewear styling advice to customers, ensuring they find the best frames for them!
• Bringing a positive and energetic presence to the store everyday, making sure customers queries and needs are well and truly met
• Offeringyour support to fellow team members and contributing to a harmoniousand supportive work environment.

About You:

• Strong background in fast-paced retail settings
• Excellent communication skills - direct and easy for customers to understand.
• Highly motivated and proactive, ready to step in and take initiative to ensure customers leave the store happy.
• A people person, ready to offer assistance with an approachable and empathetic manner
• Flexible to work late evening and weekends

Perks:

• Get a free pair of prescription glasses every six months
• Treat your loved ones to Family & Friends discounts twice a year!
• Work at our Chadstone store, conveniently located inside Chadstone Shopping Centre With easy access via nearby bus stops and ample on site parking available, commuting to work is simple and stress free. Check out our store page here!
• Work with a supportive and energetic team in a fast-paced retail environment, with a strong focus on coaching, collaboration and celebrating the big wins together!
• The opportunity to learn about all things eyewear through training, including styling with our many frames on offer!
• A clear career trajectory with opportunities for management roles in the future

About Oscar Wylee

Oscar Wylee is a leading optometry and eyewear company with over 140 stores across Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, employing more than 1,000 team members worldwide.

Chadstone offers a relaxed lifestyle with plenty to explore before or after your shift. Enjoy local parks, nature reserves and walking trails, or make the most of the retail and dining options available at Chadstone Shopping Centre.

We design our eyewear in-house, drawing inspiration from global fashion trends and delivering it directly from our manufacturers to our customers.

We’re committed to providing exceptional patient care, affordable products, and meaningful career opportunities for our people.

Visit our website for more information!