Retail Assistant (Casual) - Kristin School, Albany

Aotearoa New Zealand Association of Social Workers; Upper Harbour; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Career paths

Staff discounts

Health & safety focus

On-site parking

Free uniforms

Job summary

Kristin School in Albany is seeking a friendly Retail Assistant (casual) to join our campus café team. You will deliver warm, welcoming service, handle sales at the front counter, prepare and present food, and serve espresso coffee in a busy school environment.

This casual role offers flexible shifts with training and career pathways, plus benefits and staff discounts. Previous customer service and cash-handling experience are valued; NZQA food handling certification is advantageous but is not

Qualifications

• Friendly, reliable Retail Assistant with customer service experience.
• Flexibility to work casual shifts as needed.
• Cash handling or POS experience.
• Food safety knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver warm, welcoming service to customers.
• Operate the POS and process cash transactions accurately.
• Prepare, portion and present food per safety standards.
• Prepare and serve espresso coffee and maintain equipment.
• Keep front- and back-of-house areas clean and inviting.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Teamwork

Communication

Barista experience

Education

NZQA Food Handling Certificate

Tools

POS system

Espresso machine

Job description

Retail Assistant (Casual) - Kristin School, Albany

Great Hourly Rate + Benefits + Discounts

• Flexible casual shifts in a welcoming Albany school community
• Serve great food and coffee while creating positive daily moments
• Build your hospitality skills with training and career pathways

We are looking for a friendly and reliable Retail Assistant to join our team at Kristin School in Albany on a casual basis.

In this varied role, you will help create an enjoyable retail café experience by providing excellent customer service, preparing and presenting food, serving espresso coffee, processing sales, and keeping the café clean and inviting.

This is a casual position, with shifts offered as and when required based on business needs. Weekly hours are not guaranteed, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who values flexibility and enjoys working in a busy, customer-focused environment.

• Deliver warm, welcoming and professional service to customers.
• Operate the point-of-sale system and process cash transactions accurately.
• Prepare, portion and present food in line with food safety requirements.
• Prepare and serve espresso coffee while maintaining coffee-making equipment.
• Keep front-of-house and back-of-house areas clean, organised and well presented.
• Previous experience providing excellent customer service.
• Cash-handling or point-of-sale experience.
• A positive, flexible and dependable approach to work.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
• The physical fitness to complete the role’s duties safely and efficiently.
• Previous barista experience or an NZQA Food Handling Certificate would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Comprehensive Training & Development: Access to online learning programs, apprenticeships, and NZQA qualifications to support your career growth.
• Formal Career Paths: We offer formal career paths to help you achieve your professional goals.
• Rewards & Recognition: Celebrate your achievements with our Star Awards, Service Awards, and annual performance bonuses.
• Health & Safety Focus: A commitment to providing a safe and healthy work environment, prioritizing the well-being of employees and customers.
• Corporate & Retail Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on health insurance, gym memberships, optometry services, and more.
• Site-Specific Benefits: Depending on the site, tailored perks such as free uniforms, on-site parking, subsidized accommodation, and access to amenities like gyms and pools are available.

Please visit our Benefits page for a comprehensive list of our benefits.

Mo matou / About us:

• We areNew Zealand's leadingand largest food and support services provider across multiple industries.
• Our sub-brands, Eurest, Chartwells, Restaurant Associates,Medirest, ESSand Rapportmanage these industry sectors.
• We specialise inturning ordinary acts of service into extraordinary experientialmomentsfor our clients. With innovative and talented teams across New Zealand, we transform experiences from beingGOOD to GREAT.
• Our people areawesome,they breathe life into our brands and makegreat thingshappen!
• Our strength comes from the combination of the things we have in common- our shared values, vision, and purpose and to make our commitment unique for you -RESPECT, GROWTH, and TEAMWORKare the founding pillars of these commitments.
• We arecommitted to reflecting the diversityof our customers, suppliers, and colleagues. We also prioritisesustainabilityin everything we do, ensuring an inclusive andequitableenvironment for all.

Successful candidates will be able to pass pre-employment checks satisfactorily.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Creating meaningful and lasting connections with every experience.

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Our business first entered the New Zealand market in 1987. As the world’s leading food services and support services organisation we now provide services across 300+ locations across New Zealand. We employ over 4,000 people.

We have provided food services and support services to our clients in New Zealand for more than 30 years through our brands Eurest, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, ESS and Chartwells. Through these dedicated, specialist sector brands, we operate in key market sectors including business and industry, healthcare, education, defence, offshore and remote.

Compass Group NZ is New Zealand’s market leader in food and support services.

Our business first entered the New Zealand market in 1987. As the world’s leading food services and support services organisation we now provide services across 300+ locations across New Zealand. We employ over 4,000 people.

We have provided food services and support services to our clients in New Zealand for more than 30 years through our brands Eurest, Restaurant Associates, Medirest, ESS and Chartwells. Through these dedicated, specialist sector brands, we operate in key market sectors including business and industry, healthcare, education, defence, offshore and remote.

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Perks and benefits Health and Safety is our number one priority. Training & Development Formal Career paths Fair compensation Rewards and Recognition / Annual Performance Bonus Resources to enable you to work most efficiently. Corporate & retail membership discounts Site-specific benefits

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