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Produce Assistants


Produce Assistants – New World Wigram

Permanent Part-time

At New World Wigram, we take pride in delivering a fresh, vibrant Produce department for our customers every day. We’re looking for motivated and reliable team players who enjoy working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment to join our Produce team.

About the Role, as a Produce Assistant you will:

  • Provide excellent customer service
  • Unload deliveries and handle fresh produce
  • Merchandise fruit and vegetable displays
  • Follow Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures
  • Help keep the department clean, organised and well stocked

We have 2 part-time roles. Days & Hours are as below:

Role 1

  • Sunday: 12pm – 6pm
  • Monday: 8am – 4pm

Role 2

  • Sunday: 8am – 2pm
  • Monday: 4pm – 8pm

Personal attributes we are looking for:

  • Good communication skills 
  • Ability to work well with a team 
  • Physical fitness for lifting heavy crates of up to 20kg on a daily basis
  • Ability to multi-task and also complete tasks within the required timeframes
  • Motivation to be trained in others aspects of the department 
  • A positive work ethic and attitude

These roles may suit students or applicants seeking consistent part-time work. With opportunity to pickup extra shift during busy period or covering leave for other team members. 

If you believe you meet some of above requirements, we would like to hear from you. Please include a covering letter and full curriculum vitae.

Applications close Sunday 22 March 2026 but don’t wait till then get your application in now! We will start contacting applicants as soon as applications come through. 

How do I apply?

- Register online at https://careers.foodstuffs-si.co.nz/ 

- Once registered click on ‘Apply Now’ and submit your application details.

Overseas applicants must hold New Zealand citizenship, New Zealand Permanent Residency or a Valid New Zealand Work Permit.

Apply now

Permanent Part Time

Job no: 8133.017

Location: Christchurch

Closing Date: Sunday, 22 March 2026