Casual Salespeople/Cafe Assistant Opportunities

J Ballantyne & Co Ltd; Timaru; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local retail company in Timaru is seeking enthusiastic individuals for casual roles across retail departments and JB’s Café. Applicants should have proven customer service experience and a positive attitude. Flexibility is essential, as shifts vary throughout the week. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences, we’d love to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service is essential.
• Must demonstrate high personal presentation standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Engage with customers and assist in their needs.
• Restock shelves and maintain store appearance.
• Provide exceptional service in various retail departments.

Skills

Proven customer service experience

Strong teamwork skills

Ability to thrive in a busy environment

Positive attitude

Job description

Company Description

At Ballantynes, everything we do is about delivering an exceptional customer experience. That's why our people are everything to us! It's our people and the magic they perform, that brings those exceptional customer experiences to life.

Job Description

Casual Work Opportunities – Timaru Store

We’re currently looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team in casual roles at our Timaru store. Opportunities are available across both our retail departments and JB’s Café.

At JB’s Café, we serve a delicious range of food and beverages, much of which is prepared fresh on-site each day. From homemade sweets to vibrant salads, there’s something for everyone. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service in a warm and welcoming environment.

In our retail store, you’ll be working with a variety of premium brands including Deadly Ponies, Trelise Cooper, Jellycat, Le Creuset, and many more. You’ll enjoy engaging with customers, helping them find what they need, tidying and restocking shelves, and operating the POS system. Flexibility is key—we’re looking for team players who are happy to assist wherever needed, whether that’s in Womenswear, Menswear, Homewares, or Accessories.

If you’re passionate about customer service and enjoy working in a dynamic retail environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Key requirements

• Proven customer service experience – essential
• A high standard of personal presentation
• The ability to thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment
• A positive, can-do attitude with flexibility and strong teamwork skills
• A commitment to delivering prompt and efficient service to our customers

Additional Information

• These are casual positions with no fixed hours or days. We’re looking for people who are available to work across our 7-day trading schedule:
• Weekdays: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Weekends: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Flexibility is key, as shifts may vary depending on business needs.

Applications close: Wednesday, 16 October 2025

Please note: Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.