About the Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the front-of-shop area, welcoming clients, maintaining a professional and presentable environment, and providing general administrative support to the owner and the business.
This is a four-month fixed-term contract position to provide maternity cover.
Responsibilities
General Duties
- Manage and maintain the front-of-shop area.
- Welcome clients at the door and offer refreshments.
- Ensure all garments displayed on the rails are properly hung and facing in the same direction, according to the owner's preferences.
- Adjust garment presentation as required, as the owner's preferences may change with each season.
- Ensure the office is neat, tidy, and well-maintained before clients arrive.
- Assist with preparing and serving tea or coffee when the tea girl is unavailable.
Office Administration
- Check incoming emails and respond appropriately.
- Make online payments for fabric imports.
- Prepare invoices for garments sold using the Sage One programme.
- Collect employee clocking information from the Eco Time machine once a week and submit it to the accountants for payroll processing.
- Calculate and record monthly business expenses on an Excel spreadsheet.
- Run office-related errands, including collecting dry cleaning and purchasing fabric, haberdashery, and other supplies from local shops.
- Maintain a daily record or diary of tasks and responsibilities.
- Meet with the owner daily to discuss the tasks and priorities for the day.
- Ensure that urgent tasks are prioritised and attended to first.
Requirements
- Matric certificate.
- Must wear black clothing at all times, in keeping with the rest of the staff. A specific uniform is not required; the employee must provide their own black clothing.
- Must be well-groomed and maintain a professional appearance at all times.
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday: 08:00–16:45.
- No weekend work required.
The position is offered on a four-month fixed-term contract for maternity cover.