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Retail Assistant - Part Time, Early Starts

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Farmfoods

1mo ago

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

AI generated summary

  • You need a positive, hardworking attitude, reliability, flexibility in shifts, and enjoy busy environments. Your role is key to the team and requires commitment to customers and colleagues.
  • You will greet customers, assist them in finding items, provide quick service at tills, handle stock deliveries, and maintain shop cleanliness with your team.

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 are the working hours for the Retail Assistant position?

The Retail Assistant position is part-time, requiring a minimum of 16 hours worked over 4 days, with shifts starting as early as 7 a.m.

Is weekend work required for this job?

Yes, this position includes weekend shifts as part of the weekly schedule.

What is the pay for a Retail Assistant depending on age?

The pay is £10.10 per hour for ages 16-20 and £12.31 per hour for ages 21 and over.

What benefits are offered to Retail Assistants?

Benefits include 6 weeks holiday each year, staff discounts of 15%, a smart uniform, free life assurance, and a staff benefits package that includes services like virtual GP access.

What specific tasks will I be responsible for as a Retail Assistant?

You will welcome customers, assist them in finding items, operate the tills, handle stock, and help maintain a clean and tidy shop.

Is a flexible schedule necessary for this position?

Yes, a degree of flexibility with shifts is necessary, as you may need to cover for other team members during their time off.

What qualities are required for the Retail Assistant role?

You should have a friendly and positive attitude, be hardworking, enjoy being busy, be reliable, and flexible concerning your shifts.

Are there opportunities for career advancement at Farmfoods?

Yes, there are many opportunities for career advancement, including training programs and promotions to Shop and Area Manager positions.

What is the work environment like at Farmfoods?

The work environment is family-oriented, focused on providing great value and a friendly customer experience, with a tidy shop maintained by a supportive team.

Will prior retail experience be necessary for this role?

Prior retail experience is not specified as a requirement, but a positive work attitude and willingness to learn are essential.

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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.