Vinnies Retail Shop Volunteer - Eastern Suburbs – Parkside Shop
About this opportunity
Volunteer tasks can include:
- Providing helpful and courteous customer service – greeting people and answering queries
- Processing sales – using a simple computer register, EFTPOS/credit card facilities and cash handling
- Re-stocking shop floor – displaying and merchandising
- Stock preparation – sorting, cleaning, steaming and pricing
- Store housekeeping – tidying, dusting, and cleaning
- General shop duties
Skills and attributes
- A desire and ability to learn
- A willingness to follow policies, procedures and instructions
- The ability to work well in a team environment
- A friendly and compassionate personality
- Ability to listen and respond courteously
- Maintain confidentiality and respect privacy
- Have sensitivity to the values of people of other faiths, cultures and lifestyles
- Willing to follow Vinnies Policies and Procedures
- Undertake training as required
All Vinnies volunteers (minimum age 15 years) require a National Police Clearance prior to commencing. Note: This is at no cost to you.
Additional requirements
National Police Certificate *.
*Please note:
It’s important that organisations continue to monitor and follow the advice and guidelines of both State or Territory, and Federal Governments in relation to the latest COVID-19 requirements.
* As each organisation provides different levels/types of insurance, volunteers are reminded to check with the organisation as to the type of insurance provided for volunteers (e.g. Volunteer Personal Accident Insurance).
* Best practice volunteer involvement recommends that a volunteer role should not be more than 15-16 hours per week.
Monday and Tuesday 12 noon - 5 pm Friday 9.30 am - 5 pm Saturday - 10 am - 4 pm
Suitable for- Centrelink Volunteers
- Skilled Volunteers
- Younger Volunteers, under 18
- Retail & Sales
On-the-job training provided.