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Retail Assistant - Part Time, Evenings & Weekends

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Farmfoods

Sep 10, 2024

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

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 are the working hours for the Retail Assistant position?

The Retail Assistant position requires a minimum of 12 hours worked over 3 days each week, including weekday evenings and all day on Saturday and Sunday.

What is the pay for this position?

The pay varies by age: £9.40 per hour for ages 16-20, and £11.54 per hour for ages 21 and over.

What benefits do Retail Assistants receive?

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

Is previous retail experience required for this role?

Previous retail experience is not explicitly required, but a friendly, positive attitude and a hard working approach to work are essential.

What should I expect on a typical shift?

A typical shift includes helping customers, operating the tills, managing stock deliveries, and working with colleagues to maintain a clean and tidy store.

Are flexible hours part of the job requirements?

Yes, some flexibility is required as shifts may vary to cover for team members on holiday, but commitments outside of work will be considered when planning shifts.

Can this job be suitable for students?

Yes, many people take this part-time job while studying at school, college, or university, as it offers flexible hours.

Is there room for career progression within the company?

Yes, there are many opportunities for career advancement at Farmfoods, with training programs in place to promote from within to roles such as Shop and Area Manager.

How important are Retail Assistants to the company?

Retail Assistants are very important as they serve hundreds of customers each week and represent the reputation of Farmfoods to customers.

Where is the job located?

The position is located in Sunbury, Surrey.

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.