V-retail Customer Service Assistant

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We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.

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The Salvation Army is one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

A core value of The Salvation Army (TSA) is to support the basic needs of individuals and communities. The Salvation Army's Golden Grove Corps Thrift Shop and Cafe, SA is in need of several friendly and capable Retail Assistant Members to assist in the Thrift Shop and also with food preparation and service in the Cafe. This volunteer role would be perfect for someone wanting to support others and make a difference in their community.

A Typical Day Will See You:
- Moving light tables and chairs- Setting up Op Shop and displaying stock in various groups neatly.- Moving rolling cabinets, signs, boxes of shop donations and clothes racks.- Sorting and pricing of donations- Vacuuming- Providing customer service with a focus on kindness.- Cleaning cafe including coffee machine, cafe chairs and tables, kitchen etc

Additionally, the Retail Assistant will provide support in the preparation of the meals, beverages and snacks and all associated serving and cleaning responsibilities. Attention to maintaining a clean, safe, hygienic and healthy work environment is critical.

Qualifications & Experience Requirements for the Role:
- Experience in a retail environment and/or customer service desirable- Barista/cafe skills not a must but a plus. We're happy to train people in this area- The applicant will be involved in both the Op Shop and Cafe areas.- Good understanding of hygiene is essential- Experience in preparing food and condiments desirable

Mandatory Requirements of the Role:
- Complete TSA volunteer registration, induction modules and any other training as required- Integrity checks (Police and WWCC) will be a requirement of the role- Knowledge of work health and safety particularly in a commercial kitchen environment

This is a vibrant and growing community where people are encouraged and cared for. Come and be a part of something special.

Bring a friend Multiple positions are available for this role.

In return, you will receive training, and a volunteer role where references will be provided upon request. Other benefits include the opportunity to give back and engage with the good work of The Salvation Army.

Time Requirement:
- Tuesday 8.30 - 4pm, Wednesday 8.30 - 4pm and Thursday 8.30 - 2pm- Start and finish times can be a negotiated depending on the hours that each applicant is wanting to volunteer- Please advise your availability in your expression of interest.

We encourage you attach your resume to your expression of interest so we can get to know you better.

A role profile for this position is available upon request and will also be provided to the successful applicant during the interview process.
- The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. _
- We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W_
- The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child related roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. _
- Additionally, certain volunteer roles may require a National Police Check._