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Retail Sales Assistant

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Hospitality & Retail
  • Edinburgh

Requirements

  • Previous food retailing experience / Food to Go.
  • Great communication skills.
  • A positive attitude, we’ll need you be resilient.
  • Cash handling experience / working touch screen tills (don’t worry, we’ll teach you).
  • You will be required to be flexible with your hours, you will need to be available to work between Monday to Sunday any 5 days from 7.
  • Please only apply if you can commit to this.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and serve customers with a range of hot and cold bakery and food to go products.
  • Set up and maintain counter and window displays in line with our guidelines.
  • Deal with customer pre-orders and process payment and paperwork accordingly.
  • Take payment for goods using electronic tills and processing by cash and card.
  • Stock shelves with products.
  • Answer queries from customers.
  • Give advice and guidance on products to customers.
  • Report discrepancies and problems to the management team.
  • Cleaning of shop & facilities.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Retail Sales Assistant position?

The working hours will vary week to week and include weekends when rostered on. You will be required to work between 5:30 AM and 5 PM, any 5 days from 7, totaling around 20 hours per week, although additional hours may be available.

What is the pay for the Retail Sales Assistant role?

The pay is £11.96 per hour, and you will also receive an excellent benefits package.

What are the key responsibilities of a Retail Sales Assistant?

Key responsibilities include preparing and serving customers with bakery and food products, setting up and maintaining displays, handling customer pre-orders and payments, stocking shelves, answering customer queries, advising on products, reporting issues to management, and cleaning the shop and facilities.

Is previous experience in food retailing required?

While previous food retailing experience or experience in a food-to-go environment is ideal, it is not mandatory as training will be provided.

What skills are important for a Retail Sales Assistant?

Important skills include great communication skills, a positive attitude, resilience, and cash handling experience. Familiarity with touch screen tills is beneficial, but training will be provided.

How do I apply for this position?

To apply for this position, interested candidates should ensure they can commit to the flexible hours required and submit their application as instructed in the job listing.

What benefits are offered to Retail Sales Assistants?

Benefits include a colleague discount scheme offering up to 50% off products, a complimentary filled roll and hot drink during breaks, a retail discount scheme for you and your immediate family, and a comprehensive list of benefits available on Bayne’s website.

Is flexibility in working hours required for this role?

Yes, you will need to be flexible with your hours and available to work any 5 days from Monday to Sunday.

How does Bayne's the Family Bakers support the fair treatment of colleagues?

Bayne's is committed to cultivating an environment where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered, ensuring fair treatment regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, physical/mental health, or other backgrounds.

The Family Bakers Since 1954 - Living Our Family Values Everyday

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1921
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Bayne’s is a family-owned bakery renowned for its commitment to baking fresh, high-quality products at great value. With a rich tradition, we take pride in delivering excellence to our customers every day. Passion drives us to maintain our standards and ensure that each product we offer meets the highest expectations of taste and freshness.