Deli Assistant

Foodstuffs South Island; Ashburton; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Foodstuffs South Island in Ashburton is seeking a friendly Deli Assistant to deliver great service and high quality fresh foods to customers. You will prepare, present, and serve a range of fresh foods while maintaining excellent hygiene and food safety standards.

You’ll support customers with product knowledge and assist with slicing, weighing, and packaging items, keeping the deli area clean and well organised.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and pride in your work.
• Reliability, integrity, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Physically fit and comfortable with hands-on tasks.
• Good communication and a team-focused mindset.
• Flexibility to work additional or extended hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, present, and serve a range of fresh foods.
• Assist with slicing, weighing, and packaging items.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards.
• Keep the deli area clean, stocked, and well organised.
• Provide product knowledge to customers.
• Support the team to ensure the counter looks appealing and operates smoothly.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We're looking for a friendly, reliable Deli Assistant to help deliver great service and high quality fresh food to our customers. If you enjoy working with people, take pride in presentation, and thrive in a fast paced environment, this could be the perfect role for you.

As a Deli Assistant, you'll prepare, present, and serve a range of fresh foods while maintaining excellent hygiene and food safety standards. You'll support customers with product knowledge, assist with slicing, weighing, and packaging items, and keep the deli area clean, stocked, and well organised. You'll work closely with the team to ensure the counter always looks appealing and operates smoothly.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong attention to detail and pride in your work
• Reliability, integrity, and a positive attitude
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Physically fit and comfortable with hands-on tasks
• Good communication and a team-focused mindset
• Flexibility to work additional or extended hours when required

What's in it for You:

We offer a competitive remuneration package, recognition for your achievements, EAP and the chance to thrive in a supportive environment that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth.

Please note that due to the high number of applications we receive, only candidates selected to progress to the interview stage will be contacted.

Candidates must have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered