Fresh Foods / Duty Manager

Fresh Foods / Duty Manager – Four Square Atawhai

 

Build a Career. Not Just a Job.

 

Looking for a role that gives you real responsibility, real development, and real opportunity — while still having 3 days off a week?

 

Whether you're:

 

• already leading a team in retail, or
• ready to step up and kick-start your leadership journey,

 

this is your chance to grow with an iconic Kiwi brand and build a pathway toward supermarket ownership. At Four Square Atawhai, we don’t just fill roles, we support developing future leaders and Owner/Operators.

 

About the Role:

 

We’re looking for a motivated and driven Fresh Foods / Duty Manager to help lead our fresh departments and support the day-to-day running of the store.

 

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll learn all aspects of supermarket operations from Fresh Foods departments, and store merchandising to team leadership and financial management and performance of a supermarket.

 

What we are looking for:

 

• Experience in retail / FMCG is a bonus — but attitude is everything!
• A natural leader (or ready to become one)
• Strong work ethic with a drive to grow and learn 
• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities
• Passion for quality fresh food, and great customer service
• Eligible for obtaining a Manager’s Certificate (we’ll support you to get it)
• A fun personality with can do attitude

 

What’s in it for you:

 

• 4-day working week (3 days off!)
• A clear career pathway within Foodstuffs SI — including progression toward Owner/Operator opportunities
• Hands-on experience across all areas of supermarket operations
• Access to Foodstuffs Leadership Development programmes
• A chance to make your mark and influence how the store performs
• A supportive, high-performing team and strong community connection
• To be a part of 100% Kiwi - Family Owned / Operated business that cares about its people

 

What You’ll Be Doing:

 

• Leading day-to-day operations of fresh departments and the store
• Driving quality, presentation, availability and profitability
• Managing stock levels, ordering, and waste control
• Supporting store performance and financial targets
• Managing the Food Control Plan and all Food Safety requirements 
• Ensuring Health & Safety standards are met across the store
• Acting as Duty Manager and ensuring compliance with all legal requirements

 

Working Days:

 

• Sunday to Tuesday and Friday
• Sunday & Monday: late shifts finishing around 7:30pm, with flexible start times
• Tuesday & Friday: early shifts starting from 7:00am, with flexible finish times
• Opportunity to pick up additional shifts from time to time, based on store needs and your availability
• Exact hours and remuneration to be discussed at interview

 

Our commitment:

 

At Four Square Atawhai, we develop our people to go further. Many of today’s supermarket Owner/Operators started in roles just like this, and through Foodstuffs South Island’s structured development pathway, there’s a real opportunity to progress all the way to ownership.

 

We’re not just looking for experience — we’re looking for the right attitude.

 

If you’re driven, willing to learn, and ready to step up, we’ll give you the tools, support, and opportunities to grow your career.

 

How to apply:

 

Ready to take on the challenge? 

 

If this sounds like you, then look no further and click apply and attach your CV and cover letter outlining why you’d like to join us!!

 

Or send the details to Damian at Damian.fernando@fssi.co.nz or call the store on 03 545 0912.

 

All Applicants must have NZ Citizenship or NZ Permanent Residency or a valid NZ work permit.

 

Applications close on Sunday 10.05.2026