Assistant Team Leader – Dollarama – Halifax, NS

Halifax is home to a growing Dollarama location looking to bring on an Assistant Team Leader to support daily store operations. Whether you’re stepping into your first supervisory role or building on existing retail leadership experience, this position offers a clear path forward with a well-established Canadian retailer known for consistent value and high-volume store environments.

In this role, you’ll work closely with the management team to keep the store running smoothly — from cash management and opening and closing duties to stocking shelves, handling shipments, and making sure customers leave satisfied. It’s a hands-on position that balances leadership responsibilities with daily floor tasks.

About the Role: Assistant Team Leader

As an Assistant Team Leader at Dollarama Halifax, you’ll play an active part in both the operational and people side of the store. You’ll assist in managing staff, stepping into manager-on-duty responsibilities when needed, and ensuring that the store meets Dollarama’s presentation and safety standards at all times. This is a role that demands solid multitasking skills and a customer-first mindset.

You’ll be working in a fast-paced, high-volume retail environment where flexibility is key. Shifts span days, evenings, and weekends, so candidates with open availability will have an advantage. The role also involves contributing to employee training and helping maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized store for both staff and shoppers.

Benefits and Salary

Dollarama offers weekly pay with a wage ranging from $17.10 to $17.75 per hour, depending on experience. Employees also receive paid vacation and Birthday Leave, access to a retirement plan, and genuine opportunities for career growth within the company. Dollarama is a company that values its employees and supports long-term development.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Team Leader role at Dollarama covers both operational duties and frontline leadership. From managing daily shipments to ensuring customer satisfaction and store compliance, this position keeps things moving on the floor every shift.

• Assist the management team in overseeing store operations and supervising staff on shift
• Box and unbox daily shipments efficiently and accurately
• Stock shelves with daily products in compliance with Dollarama’s presentation standards
• Deliver customer service and resolve customer concerns in a professional manner
• Uphold store safety and cleanliness standards, contributing to a compliant environment
• Perform manager-on-duty tasks, including tracking breaks and entering attendance
• Handle cash management, as well as store opening and closing duties as required
• Participate in training new employees and supporting their onboarding process

Requirements / Skills

The ideal candidate brings some retail experience alongside a natural ability to lead and communicate. Dollarama is looking for someone who can juggle multiple priorities in a busy store setting while keeping both their team and customers in mind.

• Approximately one year of retail experience in a relevant environment
• Approximately one year in a supervisory role, demonstrating leadership capability
• Flexible availability across days, evenings, and weekends
• Strong time management and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with both staff and customers
• Leadership and teamwork qualities that contribute to a positive store culture
• Ability to multitask and perform well in a dynamic, high-volume environment
• Customer service orientation with a focus on resolving issues professionally

How to Apply

To apply, use the official link below — note that Dollarama uses the AppyHere mobile application to process applications, so you may be prompted to download it. Make sure your availability and relevant experience are clearly outlined before you submit.

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