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Retail Assistant - Part Time, Early Starts

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Farmfoods

24d ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You need a friendly, hard-working attitude, reliability as part of a team, and some flexibility with shifts to support colleagues during their holidays.
  • You will welcome customers, assist them in finding products, provide quick service at tills, handle stock during deliveries, and work with your team to maintain a clean and safe shop environment.

Requirements

  • You will need:
  • 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 advertised?

The job title is Retail Assistant - Part Time, Early Starts.

How many hours per week will the Retail Assistant work?

The Retail Assistant will work a minimum of 16 hours per week.

What are the working hours for this position?

The position requires early starts, with shifts beginning at 7 AM.

Is weekend work required for this role?

Yes, the position includes weekend shifts.

What is the pay rate for Retail Assistants aged 16-20?

Retail Assistants aged 16-20 will earn £10.10 per hour.

What is the pay rate for Retail Assistants aged 21 and over?

Retail Assistants aged 21 and over will earn £12.31 per hour.

What additional benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include 6 weeks holiday, training opportunities, a 15% staff discount, a smart uniform, free life assurance, and a staff benefits package including a virtual GP and discounts on services and products.

What are the key responsibilities of a Retail Assistant?

Responsibilities include greeting customers, assisting them in finding items, providing fast service at the tills, handling stock, and maintaining shop cleanliness.

What personal qualities are needed for this role?

A friendly, positive, hardworking approach is essential, along with a desire to stay busy and the ability to be reliable and flexible with shift changes.

Is there room for career advancement in this position?

Yes, there are opportunities for career advancement within Farmfoods, as many management positions are filled by internally promoted staff.

What is the company culture at Farmfoods?

Farmfoods prides itself on being a family business that offers great value, quality products, and a friendly customer experience.

Will the schedule consider my commitments outside of work?

Yes, while schedules are planned three weeks in advance, your outside commitments will be taken into consideration when planning your shifts.

How many days a week will the Retail Assistant be required to work?

The Retail Assistant will be required to work 4 days a week.

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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.