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Retail Assistant - Part Time

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Farmfoods

2mo ago

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations

Requirements

  • A friendly, positive, hard working approach to work.
  • To enjoy being busy as there is always something to do. You’ll jump from putting out deliveries to serving on the till, helping customers on the shop floor, completing important cleaning and stock rotation routines and more!
  • To be reliable as you will be an important part of a small team. Your colleagues and customers will depend upon to do your best on each shift and not let the team down.
  • A bit of flexibility when it comes to your shifts. When other members of your team are off enjoying their holidays, we may need you to work slightly different hours to cover for them. Rota’s are planned three weeks in advance and your commitments outside of work will always be taken into consideration when planning your shifts.

Responsibilities

  • Make all of our customers feel welcome with a friendly smile and simple hello.
  • Help customers find the items that they are looking for.
  • Give a fast and friendly service at the tills, always offering help to pack and leaving a good impression with a friendly thank you and goodbye.
  • Handle stock with care whilst working deliveries, quickly placing products into our freezers and onto our shelves ready for our customers to buy.
  • Work with the rest of your team to complete the daily and weekly routines that keep our shops safe, clean and tidy.

FAQs

What is the location of the Retail Assistant position?

The Retail Assistant position is located in Luton, Bedfordshire.

How many hours per week will I be working?

The position requires a minimum of 20 hours worked over 3 days each week.

What is the pay rate for this position?

The pay rate is £9.40 per hour for ages 16-20 and £11.54 per hour for ages 21 and older.

What additional benefits are offered?

Additional benefits include 6 weeks of holiday each year, great training and development opportunities, a 15% staff discount, a smart uniform, and free life assurance.

What are the main responsibilities of a Retail Assistant?

Responsibilities include making customers feel welcome, helping customers find items, providing service at the tills, handling stock, and maintaining a clean and tidy shop.

Is flexibility in scheduling required?

Yes, some flexibility is needed as you may need to cover shifts for team members who are on holiday.

Can I apply for this position if I am a student?

Yes, many people take this part-time job while studying at school, college, or university.

Are there opportunities for career advancement?

Yes, there are great training programs and opportunities to promote from within to positions such as Shop and Area Manager.

What qualities are needed to be successful in this role?

A friendly, positive, hard-working attitude, reliability, and the ability to multitask in a busy environment are essential qualities for this role.

What age do I need to be to apply for the Retail Assistant position?

Applicants must be at least 16 years old to apply for the position.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1954
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Farmfoods, a Scottish family business, has served Great Britain for over 60 years. From a butcher shop in Aberdeen we have grown to more than 300 stores and four distribution centres nationwide. We work hard to bring you the best value on the food your family enjoys and on the household essentials your family needs.