Retail Assistant - Prahran

About the employer

ALDI began in 1913 and has built a global reputation for offering quality products at low prices. The company entered the Australian grocery market in 2001 and now operates nearly 600 stores and 8 distribution centres across 5 states.

ALDI describes itself as a workplace with purpose, strong teams, and opportunities to build a meaningful career while contributing to better value for everyday Australians.

Role overview

ALDI is looking for a Store Assistant to join the retail team in Prahran. Previous retail experience is not required. The company is seeking someone with a positive mindset, a strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn.

The store operates every day, including weekends and public holidays, so the role offers variety and a fast-moving environment. Team members get exposure to different areas of the store rather than being limited to one section.

Key duties

• Deliver friendly customer service at the register and assist shoppers with a positive attitude.
• Keep shelves replenished so customers can easily find the products they want.
• Handle stock accurately, including checking dates and ensuring items are priced correctly.
• Set up attractive displays for ALDI special buys.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and well-presented store environment.

Pay and employment details

The role pays an hourly rate of $31.27 plus applicable shift allowances.

This is a permanent part-time position with an average of 15 to 20 hours per week. It is not casual, so employees receive paid leave, parental leave, and sick leave.

Training, growth, and support

ALDI offers extensive training for people starting their retail career, along with strong internal growth opportunities. More than 80% of store management positions are filled from within the business.

The workplace is described as friendly, supportive, and team-oriented, with small teams and a strong focus on employee wellbeing.

Benefits and wellbeing support

• Competitive hourly pay of $31.27 plus shift allowances.
• Permanent part-time employment benefits, including paid leave, parental leave, and sick leave.
• Access to training and career progression opportunities.
• Friendly and supportive small-team environment.
• MyALDI Wellbeing program, including discounted access to Fitness Passport and health insurance.
• Paid parental leave, superannuation during parental leave, up to 5 days of paid compassionate leave, natural disaster leave, and emergency services leave.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program for employees and their families at no cost.
• Free physiotherapy for non-work-related aches and pains.

Inclusion and values

ALDI is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and identities. The company also highlights its sustainability efforts and community, farmer, and supplier support initiatives.

Additional information

ALDI positions itself as a “good different” employer that aims to make a real difference while giving customers value and employees a rewarding place to work.