Storeperson / Grocery Assistant

Foodstuffs NZ; Invercargill City, Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On the job training

Employee discounts

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Foodstuffs NZ in Invercargill is seeking a reliable Part-Time Storeperson / Grocery Assistant to help keep operations moving. You will join a friendly team, support inventory control, and provide strong customer service while working early mornings.

Training is provided on the job, with opportunities for growth and employee discounts. The role suits active individuals who pride themselves on accuracy and safety, and who can commit to the stated Friday and Saturday shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in inwards goods or forklift is advantageous.
• Full training will be provided to the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with delivery drivers, suppliers and the wider team.
• Ensure inventory accuracy is correct on delivery and communicate with relevant departments.
• Engage with Health & Food Safety Policy.
• Check and sort incoming deliveries to distribute to the relevant department.
• Assist with general organisation in the storeroom.
• Breakdown daily grocery delivery into correct aisles.
• Fill and face in grocery department and others as required.

Skills

Team player

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Food safety awareness

Forklift licence

Job description

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Storeperson / Grocery Assistant

Help Keep Things Moving – Storeperson / Grocery Assistant Position Available Now!

We're looking for a reliable, motivated, and hardworking individual to join our team as a Part‑Time Storeperson / Grocery Assistant.

Hours:

Friday: 5:30am - 1:00pm

Saturday: 5:30am - 10:30am

You’ll be joining an energetic team that’s recognised in our community for delivering exceptional customer service. We will offer on the job training in a supportive team environment, opportunities for growth and development, and employee discounts - all while providing opportunities for you to excel.

Your day to day:

• Building rapport with delivery drivers, suppliers, merchandisers and the wider team.
• Ensuring inventory accuracy is correct on delivery and communicating with relevant departments.
• Active engagement with a strict Health & Food Safety Policy.
• Check and sort incoming deliveries to distribute to the relevant department.
• Assist with general organisation in the storeroom.
• Breakdown daily grocery delivery into correct aisles.
• Filling and facing in grocery department and others as required.

What We're Looking For

• A team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Honest, reliable, and dependable.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• A commitment to high standards of Food Safety and Workplace Safety.
• Someone who enjoys staying active and working in a fast‑paced environment.

Previous experience in inwards goods or a forklift licence would be an advantage, but is not essential. Full training will be provided to the right candidate.

We’re looking for the right mindset - if this sounds like you. We’d love to hear from you!

To be considered for this role, you must have the legal right to live and work in New Zealand.

Closing Date: Thursday, 10 December 2026