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Retail Assistant

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Sodexo

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Customer Relations
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Reading

AI generated summary

  • You should have retail experience or a willingness to learn, strong product knowledge, digital skills, adaptability, and the ability to challenge underage customers for restricted items.
  • You will sell products, manage stock and till operations, support promotions, maintain cleanliness, and verify age for restricted items while fostering a positive work environment.

Requirements

  • If you have some experience in retail, brilliant! If not? No problem, we can help support you to feel fully confident in your role
  • Contributing to store sales and cost control
  • Good level of product knowledge and services across the store
  • Good level of digital capability and use of digital tools and applications
  • Understand customer needs and spot selling opportunities
  • Adapting to change
  • Ability and confidence to challenge customers who look under 25 when buying restricted items

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for selling products and operating the till system
  • Communicate efficiently about stock management to your line supervisor, from taking deliveries to replenishing the store and stock rotation
  • Champion new ways of working within the store through an open mindset and positive attitude
  • Being proactive with supporting offers, promotions and any loyalty schemes
  • Carrying out cleaning duties in all aspects of the store and facilities
  • Ability and confidence to challenge customers who look under 25 when buying restricted items

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Retail Assistant position?

The Retail Assistant position is for 30 hours per week, with shifts scheduled between 07:00 and 21:30 over 5 days out of 7, including occasional weekends.

Is previous retail experience required for the role?

No, previous retail experience is not required. We are open to candidates with no experience as we provide support to help you build confidence in your role.

What is the hourly wage for the Retail Assistant position?

The hourly wage for the Retail Assistant position is £11.44.

Are there opportunities for career development within Sodexo?

Yes, there are opportunities for career development, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools to help colleagues grow and succeed throughout their career.

What kind of benefits does Sodexo offer to employees?

Sodexo offers a range of benefits, including mental health and wellbeing support, an Employee Assistance Programme, discounts through the Sodexo Discounts Scheme, financial insights via the Salary Finance Platform, retirement plan membership, and a death in service benefit.

Is there a dress code or uniform provided for the Retail Assistant role?

Yes, full protective uniforms are supplied for the Retail Assistant position.

Is parking available for employees at RAF Benson?

Yes, free car parking is available onsite for employees.

Does Sodexo promote an inclusive work environment?

Yes, Sodexo is committed to being an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. They also have Employee Networks to support various identities.

Are there any cleaning duties involved in the Retail Assistant role?

Yes, the Retail Assistant will be responsible for carrying out cleaning duties in all aspects of the store and facilities.

Is there any support available for employee wellbeing?

Yes, Sodexo provides unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support, as well as a free health and wellbeing app that offers rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

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Sodexo

It all starts with the everyday

Government
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
11996
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sodexo is the global leader in sustainable food and valued experiences at every moment in life: learn, work, heal and play. We believe in creating a better day for everyone to build a better life for all. Founded in 1966 by Pierre Bellon in France, for over 40 years, we have developed unique expertise, backed by nearly 422,000 employees in 53 countries across the globe. In combining the diverse talents of our teams, Sodexo is the only company to integrate a complete offer of innovative services, based on over 100 professions. We develop, manage and deliver a unique array of Food Services, Facilities Management and Employee Benefit Solutions for all our clients to improve the Quality of Life of over 100 million consumers daily.