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Retail Assistant - Part Time

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Farmfoods

Oct 18

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

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 job title for this position?

The job title is Retail Assistant - Part Time.

How many hours will I be expected to work?

You will be expected to work a minimum of 16 hours over 4 days each week.

What is the pay rate for this role?

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

Are there any benefits included with this position?

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

What are the working hours like?

The working hours include a variety of shifts, with a minimum of 16 hours worked over 4 days from 7 each week, including weekends.

What skills are required for this role?

You will need a friendly, positive, hard-working approach, enjoy being busy, reliability as part of a small team, and a bit of flexibility with your shifts.

Is there a career advancement opportunity at Farmfoods?

Yes, there are many opportunities for career advancement, including training programs and the potential to promote to Shop and Area Manager positions from within.

What qualities are Farmfoods looking for in a Retail Assistant?

Farmfoods is looking for a friendly demeanor, a willingness to be busy, reliability, and flexibility in working hours.

Can this job fit around my studies or other commitments?

Yes, many people take this part-time job while studying or managing family commitments as it offers flexible working hours.

What is the work environment like at Farmfoods?

The work environment is family-oriented, focused on providing great value and a friendly customer experience, and maintaining clean and tidy shops.

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.

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