Christmas Casual Optical Assistants | Melbourne Inner East

Bailey Nelson is looking for Christmas Casuals to join us across our stores in Melbourne Inner East!

At Bailey Nelson, we’re on a mission to change how people see the world and how the world sees them. We’re a down-to-earth team that’s obsessed with improving every day, and we’re growing fast.

Our secret? Our people. The connections and experiences we build with each other and our customers are what set us apart and make us the smarter choice in eyewear.

Ready to be part of it this holiday season?

Locations: Melbourne Inner East (Chapel Street, Richmond)

Contract Type: Temporary Casual (3-Month Contract: Early November 2026 - End of January 2027)

Availability Required: Full availability across the peak holiday season, including weekends, peak trading periods, and flexibility to pick up extra shifts throughout the week

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Christmas Casual / Optical Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of the store experience during our busiest time of the year. You will:

• Deliver Standout Experiences: Guide customers through their eyecare journey, offering expert styling advice, frame recommendations, and tailored vision solutions.
• Support Eyecare Needs: Assist customers with their optical requirements and ensure every visit is warm, engaging, and unforgettable.
• Drive Store Results: Bring high positivity and energy to a fast-paced retail environment, keeping the floor dynamic and operational standards high.
• Collaborate & Adapt: Build great relationships with fellow Optical Assistants, Store Leaders, and Optometrists to keep peak trading running smoothly.

What’s in It for You?

• Product Allowance: 1 free pair of glasses so you can rep BN in style
• No Optics Experience? No Worries! If you’re keen to learn, we’re keen to teach. We provide an exceptional onboarding program and training to get you up to speed fast.
• World-Class Learning: Access our online learning platform to keep you sharp, confident, and in the know with all things BN.
• Supportive Culture: Join a leadership team that genuinely cares about your engagement, day-to-day success, and growth.

What We’re Looking For

• Seasonal Commitment & Availability: Full availability from the beginning of November 2026 through the end of January 2027, with the flexibility to work weekends, key trading periods, and extra weekday shifts as needed.
• Customer-First Mindset: Previous customer service experience in retail, hospitality, or a fast-paced environment where customer satisfaction comes first.
• Passion & Energy: You bring positivity, enthusiasm, and a can-do attitude to the team every day.
• Problem-Solving Skills: You love helping people find the right solutions and using critical thinking to resolve customer needs.
• Time Management & Reliability: Strong organizational skills to manage daily operational tasks without ever compromising the customer experience.
• Team Player: A knack for building strong rapport with teammates, store managers, and optometrists.

Ready to Join Us?

This is your chance to step into an exciting seasonal role, elevate your retail skills, and be part of a brand that’s changing the eyewear game.

What are you waiting for? Frame your future and apply now!

Bailey Nelson is proud to be an inclusive, diverse workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities.