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Retail Assistant - Part Time, Early Starts

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Farmfoods

16d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Customer Relations
  • Manchester

AI generated summary

  • You need a friendly, hard-working attitude, enjoy being busy, be reliable for your team, and have flexibility for shift changes, with commitments considered in advance.
  • You will greet customers, assist them in finding items, provide efficient till service, handle stock during deliveries, and help maintain a clean and safe store environment 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 this part-time Retail Assistant position?

The working hours for this part-time Retail Assistant position are a minimum of 16 hours per week, spread over 4 days, with early morning starts required.

What is the pay structure for this position?

The pay depends on your age: £10.10 per hour for ages 16-20 and £12.31 per hour for ages 21 and over.

Is this position suitable for someone unable to work early mornings?

No, this position is not suitable for individuals who are not available for early morning shifts.

What benefits are offered with this position?

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

What qualities are you looking for in a Retail Assistant?

We are looking for a friendly, positive, hard-working individual who enjoys being busy, is reliable, and has a bit of flexibility regarding shifts.

Can I work as a Retail Assistant while studying?

Yes, many individuals work in this part-time position while studying at school, college, or university as it fits well around other commitments.

Are there opportunities for career advancement within the company?

Yes, there are many opportunities for career advancement, including training programmes and the potential for promotion to Shop and Area Manager positions.

How important is the role of a Retail Assistant at Farmfoods?

The role of a Retail Assistant is very important, as you will serve hundreds of customers each week and represent the reputation of Farmfoods.

How are the work shifts scheduled?

Work shifts are planned three weeks in advance, taking into consideration any commitments you may have outside of work.

Where is the job location?

The job is located in Longsight, Greater Manchester.

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.