Fresh Produce Assistant

**Join the Team at The Harvest Store - Fresh Produce Assistants Wanted**:

- Mernda | Family-Owned | 40+ Years of Fresh Produce Excellence_

Are you passionate about fresh produce, friendly service, and being part of a supportive team? The Harvest Store is a long-standing, locally loved fruit and vegetable store serving the Mernda community for over 40 years. We pride ourselves on sourcing top-quality produce from local farmers and growers and we’re growing our team

We’re on the lookout for enthusiastic Fresh Produce Assistants who love working in a fast-paced, team-first environment and are committed to delivering great customer service.

**About the Role**:
As a Fresh Produce Assistant, your day-to-day will include:

- **Store preparation** - merchandising displays, cutting, wrapping, and presenting produce beautifully.
- **Pack down duties** - refrigerating stock, prepping for the next day, and maintaining a clean and tidy workspace.
- **Customer service** - greeting customers with a smile, helping with product selections, and creating a welcoming store environment.
- **Stock management** - ensuring displays are full, fresh, and rotated regularly to maintain quality.
- **Food safety** - following health and safety procedures to keep our store clean and compliant.

**About You**:
We’re looking for team members who bring:

- A genuine passion for fresh produce and supporting local, ethical businesses.
- Strong customer service skills and a people-first attitude.
- A collaborative approach and willingness to learn and grow with the team.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing tasks and priorities.
- Reliable, punctual, and a proactive attitude.
- Clear communication skills and a positive, can-do mindset.
- Availability to work across a 7-day roster, including weekends and public holidays.
- **Preferred**: At least 1 year of experience in a fruit & vegetable or similar retail role.

**What We Offer**:

- Hands-on training and development - we’ll set you up for success.
- Opportunities for career growth within a supportive team.
- A friendly and respectful work environment

If you’re excited about the role and meet most (even if not all) of the criteria, we’d love to hear from you. Bring your passion for produce and your team spirit and let’s grow together at The Harvest Store.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Casual

Pay: $26.55 - $33.19 per hour

Application Question(s):

- If you had to describe your work style in just three words, what would they be and why?

**Experience**:

- Fresh Produce : 1 year (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person