Department Manager In Training

Interested in a career in retail?
We have the opportunity for you!

• Attractive remuneration + 10% company discount for you and your family
• Full on the job training and support provided
• Great opportunity for career progression

Drakes Supermarkets is a Retail industry success story. A family owned and operated private company, we are Australia's largest independently-owned supermarket chain. Due to our unprecedented growth, our stores within the Rockhampton & Emu Park area are currently seeking motivated and hard working candidates to join our supermarkets as a Department Manager in Training!
The successful applicants will be given the necessary training and skills required to eventually progress into a management role, leading and overseeing the day-to-day operations of their department.
The departments that we currently have available for this amazing opportunity include:

• Bakery
• Customer Service
• Dairy/Freezer
• Fruit & Veg
• Grocery/Nightfill
• Service Deli
• Store/Duty Management

Working as a part of an enthusiastic team, in a fast-paced supermarket environment, applicants will be expected to demonstrate:

• Grocery and fresh food retail knowledge (desired but not essential)
• Capable of leading and motivating a team
• Ability to order and cost control
• Ability to understanding gross profit calculations
• Ability to create rosters
• Passion and enthusiasm, with a very "hands on" approach
• Unparalleled commitment to customer service
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to liaise with both team members and management
• Ability to coach, train and performance manage team members
• Commitment to work health and safety standards

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you!