Assistant Store Manager - Block Arcade

Job No: HC887
Location: Melbourne

Established in 1915, Haigh’s Chocolates is the oldest family-owned chocolate maker in Australia. Run by fourth generation Haigh’s family, we employ over 900 people across 21 retail stores currently located in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra, as well as online, plus two factories and head office. Using only the finest and freshest ingredients, Haigh’s prides itself on being a chocolate ‘bean to bar’ specialist, committed to the art of premium chocolate making. Haigh’s roast their own cocoa beans, ethically sourced from plantations around the world, to create a unique blend of premium milk and dark chocolate.  Through meticulous artisan skills that include handmade chocolate creation and finishing, combined with advanced manufacturing equipment and techniques, Haigh’s creates exquisite chocolates that look and taste delicious.

We are seeking a motivated Assistant Store Manager to join our Block Arcade store on a permanent, full-time basis. This is a great opportunity for an individual with supervisory experience looking to advance into retail management, or for a seasoned manager ready for a new and exciting challenge. 

As an Assistant Store Manager, you'll be a key player in our management team, working closely alongside the Store Manager. Your primary responsibility will be to inspire and support our team, ensuring they consistently provide exceptional customer experiences that leave a lasting impression!

Key responsibilities include: 

  • Provide an exceptional customer experience consistently.
  • Lead by example, displaying company values of contribution, determination, and trust.
  • Maintain store presentation standards and cleanliness.
  • Monitor and manage inventory levels, including regular stock audits.
  • Develop in-depth product knowledge and assist in team training.
  • Ensure compliance with store policies and procedures.
  • Adhere to health and safety standards to maintain a safe working environment.

Skills and experience:

  • Supervisory or management experience in a retail or customer service environment.
  • Some financial literacy knowledge including budgets, profitability, and sales-to-wages ratios.
  • Strong organisational and numerical skills.
  • Effective team development and training abilities.
  • Demonstrated merchandising expertise.
  • Excellent communication and leadership qualities.
  • Commitment to continuous professional growth.

What’s in it for you?

  • Embrace an excellent work-life balance working just one weekend per month.
  • A competitive salary.
  • Extra leave days to relax and recharge.
  • Indulge with a generous discount on our products.
  • Eligible for the annual company profitability bonus.
  • Explore diverse career paths within our Group, spanning local and interstate locations.
  • Expand your skills with exciting learning and development opportunities.
  • Lots of chocolate! 

Haigh's believes that by valuing differences in backgrounds, cultures, abilities and experiences, that our work environment will be free from bias and prejudice.  We are committed to making reasonable adjustments for those with disability to provide a positive barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

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