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Retail Assistant

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
    Hospitality & Retail
  • Plymouth

AI generated summary

  • You should deliver outstanding service, take initiative, be a team player, communicate well, work under pressure, and demonstrate punctuality and reliability.
  • You will serve customers with a personalized experience, provide knowledgeable assistance, handle cash, operate the register, and ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations.

Requirements

  • Have a passion for delivering outstanding service, greeting customers with a smile and serving them with pride
  • Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
  • Be an excellent team player with great communication skills
  • Have a desire to succeed in your role
  • Possess the ability to work under pressure
  • Demonstrate great timekeeping and reliability

Responsibilities

  • Serving customers, ensuring they receive an easy and seamless personalised experience
  • Being knowledgeable about our service and helping customers with natural, engaging service
  • Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
  • Handling cash and operating the cash register
  • Complying with Health and Safety regulations

FAQs

What are the shift patterns for the Retail Assistant position?

The shift patterns are categorized as "Other," indicating flexibility in scheduling, but specific details may vary based on operational needs.

Is the Retail Assistant position full-time or part-time?

The Retail Assistant position is casual and contracted to 0 hours per week, which means it has no guaranteed hours.

What are the main responsibilities of a Retail Assistant?

Key responsibilities include serving customers, providing personalized service, handling cash, maintaining a positive brand image, and complying with Health and Safety regulations.

What qualities are desired in an ideal Retail Assistant?

The ideal candidate will have a passion for outstanding service, strong communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, great timekeeping, reliability, and a team-oriented mindset.

What type of environment will I be working in?

You’ll be working in a fast-paced environment alongside a passionate and friendly team that values service and individual contributions.

What opportunities for advancement are available?

The company invests in its employees and offers opportunities for progression within the organization.

Is previous retail experience required for this position?

While previous retail experience is advantageous, the most important qualities are a passion for customer service and the ability to work well in a team.

How does Compass Group UK&I promote diversity and inclusion?

The company fosters an environment where every individual can be themselves, offers equal opportunities for career advancement, and builds a culture that celebrates the unique talents and backgrounds of all team members.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1941
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We’re thousands of talented people bringing you all of the great tasting food, memorable experiences and vital support services that can transform every day into a great day. All of the little things that make the world of difference and boost the wellbeing of millions. From outstanding restaurant experiences, enhancing sporting events and feeding thousands of school children, patients, workers and military personnel, to delivering warm welcomes, clean buildings and safe environments. We’re here to inspire, protect, nourish and energise. To brighten your day. We are people-powered. You don’t become No. 1 by accident. It takes hard work from a capable team. And in an industry built on people, you want the best of the best. You want to be people powered. We’re proud to attract the industry’s top talent because we invest in our people, recognise great work when we see it and provide plenty of opportunities for career growth. It makes the world of difference. Because when people are happy and satisfied it shines through. They go the extra mile, creating new ways to brighten every day for our clients and their customers.