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Sodexo

1mo ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You should have retail experience or a willingness to learn, strong product knowledge, digital skills, customer focus, sales ability, and adaptability to change.
  • You will sell products, manage stock, support promotions, maintain cleanliness, and verify IDs for restricted items while fostering a positive store atmosphere.

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

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for selling products and operating the till system
  • Communicate efficiently about stock management to you're 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 working hours are 37.5 hours per week, with shifts scheduled over 5 days out of 7. Earlier shifts are from 06:30 to 14:00, and later shifts from 14:00 to 22:30.

Is prior retail experience necessary for this job?

If you have some experience in retail, that's brilliant! However, if not, no problem; we can help support you to feel fully confident in your role.

What is the hourly wage for this position?

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

Are there any benefits offered with this job?

Yes, we offer a range of resources, rewards, and benefits, including mental health support, employee assistance programmes, discounts, financial advice, and more.

What kind of training is provided?

Full training is provided to ensure you feel confident in your role, along with a protective uniform supplied by Sodexo.

Will I have the chance to grow my career within the company?

Yes, Sodexo offers opportunities for career growth, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.

Is the company open to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds?

Yes, Sodexo is committed to being an inclusive employer and encourages applications from individuals with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and identities.

Do I need to challenge customers when selling restricted items?

Yes, you will need the ability and confidence to challenge customers who appear under 25 when purchasing restricted items.

Is parking available for employees at the workplace?

Yes, free car parking is available onsite for employees.

What kind of tasks will I be responsible for as a Retail Assistant?

You will be responsible for selling products, operating the till system, managing stock, supporting promotions, and maintaining cleanliness in the store and facilities.

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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.