Administration Assistant

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Foodstuffs South Island is hiring a part-time Administration Assistant in Christchurch to support food safety programs and general admin across the store. Duties include coordinating the in-store food safety programme, training staff, maintaining documentation, audits, inductions, uniforms, and general office tasks. The role suits someone with grocery or supermarket experience and strong organizational skills, attention to detail and solid communication. It requires 15-20 hours a week with occasional evenings and weekends. To apply, submit online at the career centre by 04 February 2026; tailor your CV to highlight food safety and admin wins, and be ready to discuss training and coordination abilities. Include a brief cover letter.

Administration assistant (Part-Time)

We are seeking an Administration assistant to join our enthusiastic and motivated team. This position is also responsible for coordinating food safety and administrative processes across the store, ensuring compliance with Foodstuffs standards and internal procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Food Safety 

• Coordinate and administer the in-store food safety programme
• Train new employees on food safety procedures
• Ensure all departments comply with Foodstuffs food safety programmes
• Liaise with suppliers and the Foodstuffs food safety team
• Maintain accurate food safety documentation
• Complete internal and external audits, swabs and training 

Administration

• Assist with staff inductions, including issuing uniforms
• Provide administrative support to department managers as required
• Laundry when required
• General office duties when required

About You

Ideally, you will have experience in the grocery industry, preferably within a supermarket environment, and demonstrate the following skills and attributes:

• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Effective communication skills at all levels
• Commitment to food safety, workplace safety, and customer service
• Good computer skills and confidence using a range of software packages

Position Details

• Part-time role: 15–20 hours per week
• Occasional evenings and weekend work required

If you are organised, safety-focused, and enjoy supporting teams through strong administration and compliance processes, we encourage you to apply online.

              http://foodstuffs.careercentre.net.nz

Applications close:  04th February 2026