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 weekends.
What is the hourly pay for this role?
The hourly pay depends on your age: Ages 16-20 earn £9.40 per hour, while Ages 21 and older earn £11.54 per hour.
What are the holiday benefits for this position?
Retail Assistants are entitled to 6 weeks of holiday each year.
Are there any discounts offered to employees?
Yes, employees receive a 15% staff discount to use in any of the 300+ shops on a great range of food and household essentials.
What kind of training opportunities are available for Retail Assistants?
There are great training and development opportunities available for Retail Assistants.
Is a uniform provided for this job?
Yes, a smart uniform is provided for all Retail Assistants.
Is life assurance included in the benefits?
Yes, employees receive free life assurance as part of their benefits.
What qualities are needed to be a Retail Assistant?
A friendly, positive, and hard-working approach to work is needed, along with reliability and a bit of flexibility regarding shifts.
Can this job be suitable for students?
Yes, many people take this part-time job to earn money while studying at school, college, or university.
What opportunities for career advancement are there?
There are many opportunities for a career at Farmfoods, including training programmes aimed at promoting employees to Shop and Area Manager positions from within the company.