Rip Curl Peak Casual Sales Assistant: Essendon Dfo

Rip Curl; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous staff discounts across Rip Cl

Kathmandu staff discounts

Job summary

Rip Curl Essendon DFO is seeking Peak Casual Sales Assistants to cover the busy peak trade period, with mid-November to mid-January 2027 shifts. You'll deliver exceptional customer service, help customers find products, and support with stock replenishment, while keeping the store welcoming and ready for trade.

Join a global surf and adventure brand with a supportive team, generous staff discounts across Rip Curl and Kathmandu, and opportunities to learn and grow in a fast-paced retail

Qualifications

• Retail or customer service experience is helpful but not essential; attitude and willingness to learn matter most.
• Full and flexible availability across weekdays, weekends, public holidays and late-night trade is essential.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Keen to learn, contribute and grow within the Rip Curl Essendon team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service and create genuine connections with customers.
• Help customers find the right products and share knowledge.
• Support the team during busy trading periods and promotional events.
• Keep the store looking fresh, organized and ready for trade.
• Assist with stock replenishment and day-to-day store operations.
• Bring positive energy and a team-first mindset to every shift.

Skills

Customer service

Product knowledge

Teamwork

Adaptability

Communication

Job description

Join the Crew at Rip Curl | Peak Casual Sales Assistant | Essendon DFO

The Search Starts Here.

Peak trade is on the horizon, and we're looking for great people to join the crew at Rip Curl Essendon DFO.

If you're keen to gain retail experience, pick up extra hours and be part of a team that lives and breathes surf and adventure, this could be your next Search.

This is a casual position supporting our store through the busy peak trade period, with opportunities for additional hours during key trading weeks.

We're looking for Peak Casual Sales Assistants who can join the crew from mid-November or December 2026 and support the team through to mid-January 2027.

To thrive during peak trade, you'll need full and flexible availability is essential across weekdays, weekends, public holidays and late-night trade and key trading periods.

Why You'll Love It

• A supportive crew and a great team culture
• Generous staff discounts across Rip Curl and Kathmandu
• Valuable retail experience in a fast-paced environment
• Opportunities to learn, grow and explore future roles
• 24/7 access to health and wellbeing support
• The chance to be part of a global surf and adventure brand

Here's Where You Come In

As a Peak Casual Sales Assistant at Rip Curl, you'll:

• Deliver exceptional customer service and create genuine customer connections
• Help customers find the right products and share your product knowledge
• Support the team during busy trading periods and promotional events
• Keep the store looking fresh, organised and ready for trade
• Assist with stock replenishment and day-to-day store operations
• Bring positive energy, flexibility and a team-first mindset to every shift

Peak trade is one of the most exciting times of the year in our stores, and you'll play an important role in helping the team deliver an exceptional customer experience from start to finish.

What We're Looking For

You'll thrive in this role if you're:

• Friendly, energetic and confident connecting with customers
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable, adaptable and ready to jump in
• A great team player with a positive attitude
• Keen to learn and contribute

Retail or customer service experience is great, but it's your attitude, energy and willingness to learn that we're really looking for.