Deli, Seafood & Café - Assistant Manager - New World Tawa


We’re looking for a motivated Assistant Manager to support our Deli, Seafood and Café departments at New World Tawa.

This is a hands-on leadership role, working closely with the Department Manager to ensure high standards, strong team performance, and an excellent customer experience across all areas.

Hours:
🕔 Sunday – Thursday | 5:00am – 2:30pm

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Support daily operations across Deli, Seafood and Café

     

  • Provide clear leadership and direction to a team of 8 staff

     

  • Deliver outstanding customer service, with a strong focus on community engagement

     

  • Oversee in-store food production (approx. 70% made in-store)

     

  • Maintain high standards of food safety, compliance, and presentation

     

  • Support hot food performance – a key financial driver for the department

     

  • Assist in growing and delivering our catering offer

     

  • Ensure consistent availability of range and an “awesome experience” for customers

     

About You

  • Experience in food retail, hospitality, or a similar environment

     

  • Confident leader with strong communication skills

     

  • Organised, reliable, and able to manage multiple priorities

     

  • Passion for food, customer service, and continuous improvement

     

  • Solid understanding of food safety and compliance

     

What We Offer

  • Supportive management team committed to your development

     

  • Opportunities for growth and progression

     

  • A varied, fast-paced leadership role in a well-performing department

     

  • The chance to make a real impact in a locally owned New World store

     

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role and help take our departments to the next level, we’d love to hear from you.

 

Apply now to join the team at New World Tawa.

Apply now

Permanent Full Time

Job no: 421201.67179

Location: Porirua, Wellington

Closing Date: Friday, 27 February 2026