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Retail Assistant - Part Time

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Farmfoods

Sep 14

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

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 the position being offered?

The job title is Retail Assistant - Part Time.

How many hours per week is this part-time position?

The position requires a minimum of 12 hours worked over 3 days each week.

What is the pay rate for this retail assistant position?

The pay rate depends on age: £9.40 per hour for ages 16-20 and £11.54 per hour for ages 21 and over.

What benefits are included with the retail assistant position?

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 primary responsibilities of a retail assistant at Farmfoods?

Responsibilities include welcoming customers, assisting them in finding items, providing friendly service at the tills, handling stock carefully, and maintaining a clean and tidy shop.

What characteristics are needed for the retail assistant role?

A friendly and positive attitude, reliability, the ability to enjoy a busy work environment, and flexibility in working hours are essential characteristics.

Are there opportunities for advancement within the company?

Yes, there are many opportunities for a career at Farmfoods, with training programs and promotions from within for positions such as Shop and Area Manager.

What type of work environment can I expect as a retail assistant?

You can expect a clean and tidy shop with a friendly team, focused on delivering a genuine customer experience and great value to customers.

Where is the shop located?

The shop is located in Cowdenbeath, Fife.

Will my schedule be flexible?

Yes, there is some flexibility with shifts based on team needs, and commitments outside of work will be considered when planning shifts.

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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