Produce Assistant


New World The Sands has joined the Papamoa community! With a brand-new store and impressive offering across grocery, butchery, deli, bakery, produce and liquor, we ‘ve had a great first year of trading!

We are seeking a Produce Assistant to join the team working 30 hours over four days Friday - Monday. As part of the Produce team, you’ll play an integral part in delivering an awesome shopping experience for our community. 

As Produce Assistant you will:

  • Report into the Produce Manager, helping to ensure department targets and operational delivery standards are met or exceeded.
  • Ensure the department is full, fresh and appealing throughout the hours of trade and that stock levels are controlled appropriately.
  • Deliver an excellent level of customer service to ensure the best shopping experience for our customers.

What’s in it for you:

  • We’re in it together, we look after each other, back one another, communicate effectively, and work together as one winning team, every time.  ​ 
  • Prove yourself in a new store and within New World which is known for its people development and career opportunities. 
  • You’ll be working with the latest technology, equipment, and processes. 
  • Drive something within a flexible and creative working environment – if there’s a better way, let us know! 
  • Be part of a 100% locally owned and operated store.

What we’re looking for:

  • Has a passion for fresh produce and a good eye for quality and presentation.
  • Previous experience in produce or supermarkets is advantageous.
  • Has proven customer service experience.
  • Forklift license advantageous.

About Us:

You know New World, PAK’n’SAVE and Four Square right? That’s Foodstuffs! We are one of NZ’s biggest companies, you just don’t know it, because in true Kiwi style – we are humble about it (apart from right now maybe)! Join one of our stores and you open the door to endless opportunities!

 

Apply now

Permanent Part Time

Job no: 426301.66789

Location: North Island, Bay of Plenty, Papamoa

Closing Date: Sunday, 18 January 2026