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Retail Assistant - Part Time

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Farmfoods

3mo ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You should have a friendly, hardworking attitude, enjoy being busy, be reliable, and have some flexibility with shifts to support your team when needed.
  • You will greet customers, assist them in finding items, provide friendly service at the tills, handle stock deliveries, and maintain a clean and safe shop environment with your team.

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 hourly pay for the Retail Assistant position?

The hourly pay for the Retail Assistant position is £9.40 for ages 16-20 and £11.54 for ages 21 and over.

How many hours will I be working each week?

You will be working a minimum of 20 hours each week, spread over 4 days.

Are there opportunities for career advancement within the company?

Yes, there are many opportunities for career advancement at Farmfoods, with training programs available and a focus on promoting from within for management positions.

What sort of benefits do employees receive?

Employees receive benefits including 6 weeks holiday each year, training and development opportunities, 15% staff discount, a smart uniform, and free life assurance.

Is previous retail experience required for this job?

Previous retail experience is not specifically required, but a friendly, positive, and hardworking approach is essential.

Will the shifts include weekends?

Yes, the shifts will include weekends as part of the work schedule.

What kind of training will I receive?

You will receive great training and development opportunities tailored to help you succeed in your role.

Can I manage my shift schedule around my other commitments?

Yes, your commitments outside of work will be taken into consideration when planning your shifts, although some flexibility may be required.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Shrewsbury, Shropshire.

What is the working environment like at Farmfoods?

The working environment at Farmfoods is friendly and team-oriented, with a focus on offering great value and quality products to customers in a clean and tidy shop.

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Farmfoods

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.