Assistant Fresh Manager

Role overview

This position is an entry point into leadership within Woolworths Group’s store operations. As an Assistant Department Manager, you will help run the department smoothly each day while working alongside the wider store team to deliver a positive shopping experience and a supportive workplace.

You will be guided through the Store Leadership Pathway, gaining foundational leadership capability, department knowledge, and practical exposure that can support your progression into future retail leadership roles.

Work schedule

The roster pattern shared for this role is:

• Tuesday: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM
• Wednesday: 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM
• Thursday: 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM
• Friday: 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM
• Saturday: 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM

What the role involves

• Helping with the day-to-day running of the department.
• Working cross-functionally across the store to support a strong customer experience.
• Supporting team members while building leadership confidence and capability.
• Contributing to a safe store environment by following the correct procedures.
• Using customer-focused behaviors that reflect the Everyday ACTs approach: Acknowledge, Care, and Thank.

What you should bring

• A genuine interest in learning how department operations work.
• Confidence to work collaboratively and help deliver strong outcomes with others.
• A growing sense of your leadership style and motivation to develop into a future leader.
• An understanding that safety for both customers and team members must come first.
• A curious mindset and willingness to keep developing your skills and capabilities.
• An appreciation for working across the store to support the overall shopping experience.

Experience and culture

The role is positioned as a supportive first leadership opportunity, with guidance from the company’s leadership development pathway. You’ll be part of an inclusive team environment that aims to help you learn, grow, and feel comfortable being yourself at work.

Benefits and support

• Access to team benefits and perks across well-known Woolworths Group brands.
• Opportunity to work a 4-day week, subject to personal needs and business requirements.
• Growth opportunities through the Stores Leadership Pathway, including learning, exposure, and experience.
• Support for wellbeing through access to the Sonder App for you and your family, available 24/7.
• Paid parental leave for primary caregivers, plus access to Grace Papers resources.

About Woolworths Group

Woolworths Group is a large retail employer with more than 200,000 people working together to improve everyday experiences for more than 24 million customers each week. The organisation promotes care, flexibility, innovation, and career growth, and encourages people to bring new ideas and help shape better experiences for customers and communities.

Inclusion and adjustments

The company values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and aims to create a workplace where everyone can contribute, belong, and reach their potential. Candidates are encouraged to apply, and support or adjustments can be requested during the hiring process.