Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrates leadership amongst peers by demonstrating personal customer service and selling skills, participating and being fully engaged with the team
• Supervise employees to complete tasks and achieve goals in the absence of Store Management
• Manage shop floor and drive sales by addressing customer concerns, motivating and training employees
• Ensure that merchandising is as per LINDT standards, daily stock replenishment takes place, marketing communication is in order, store cleanliness is as per LINDT standards, all operational tasks completed
• Open and close the store following proper procedures documented in the opening and closing checklist
• Ensure doors are opened/closed properly
• Complete the necessary banking according to the proper procedure
• Execute lead cashier responsibilities such as returns, exchange, expenses
• Remain current on all company policies and ensure that all policies, standards, and procedures are maintained and followed in a consistent manner
• Stays current and up-to-date on all store systems

Product Knowledge

• Comprehensive understanding of products including, but not limited to, product specifications (handling, ingredients, storage, allergens)
• Product pricing, packaging, and category performance knowledge
• Comply with product management and handling procedures
• Compliance with food and hygiene and safety standards practicing good hygienic practices

General

• Work ethic to reflect the Lindt values and standards as outlined in the Credo and Lindt Policies & Procedures. Lead by example ensuring a harmonious and productive environment
• Record sampling and wasted products actively quality controlling products
• Ensure all fixtures, glass cabinets, and floors remain clean and tidy throughout the day
• Ensure body language, mannerisms, and physical and verbal presentation uphold the company image and grooming policy
• Accepting courier deliveries and confirming all items are received against the invoice
• Assisting in stock counts
• Unpacking, moving, and restocking products

Work, health, and safety

• Comply with all work health and safety requirements
• Report damaged or dangerous equipment or property to management

Manual Handling

• Repetitive lifting and moving of Lindt stock which can weigh up to 12kgs per unit
• Moving stock from storerooms to front of house

Requirements

• Confident and interactive with a friendly disposition
• Excellent communication skills with a strong work ethic that can represent a premium brand
• Responsible and accountable in achieving individual goals and budgets
• Good time management skills (multi-tasking and prioritizing)
• Grade 12
• Customer Service background
• Polite and patient