Branch Assistant

Booker Group plc; Farnworth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Pension plan

Share schemes

Health and wellbeing

Job summary

Booker Group plc is seeking a Branch Assistant at its Bolton location. You will join a fast-paced team, delivering excellent customer service, keeping shelves stocked and processing till transactions with accuracy. A can-do attitude and reliability are essential.

The role operates on a 5/7 day pattern with varied start times; the successful candidate will be 17+ and able to work early shifts and weekends. Benefits are highlighted in the job advert.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service is preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to go the extra mile and be punctual.

Responsibilities

• Serve customers quickly and accurately to ensure satisfaction.
• Keep shelves stocked and tidy for a smooth shopping experience.
• Process till transactions and maintain speed of service.
• Assist with deliveries and accurately pick items for customers.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Punctuality

Can-do attitude

Job description

The following content displays a map of the jobs location - Express Trading Estate Stone Hill Rd Bolton

Monday - Tuesday 9.00am - 5.30pm Thursday - 9.00am - 5.30pm Friday - 9.30am - 5.30pm Saturday - 6.00am - 3.30pm

Competitive Salary & Benefits

Working Hours:

38

Location:

Express Trading Estate Stone Hill Rd Bolton

Closing Date:

16/10/2026

Job Category:

Branch Assistant

Dept/Region:

Region 2

Business Area:

Booker Wholesale

What's in it for you

At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
• Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
• Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
• Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A great holiday package

About the role

The working pattern is Monday - Tuesday 9.00am - 5.30pm Thursday - 9.00am - 5.30pm Friday - 9.30am - 5.30pm Saturday - 6.00am - 3.30pm

We are looking for someone with a real can-do attitude who is passionate about delivering excellent customer service and willing to go the extra mile for our customers. Working as part of a team you will be working in a dynamic, fast paced environment where no two days are the same.

We are 5/7 day operation, (check our website for specific opening times.)

We only recruit individuals who are aged 17 and over

You will be responsible for

Customers are at the heart of everything we do, our customers need to be back in their own business as quickly as possible having found what they need, we keep the shelves full, provide speed of service through the tills and wish them a fond farewell or maybe our customers need a delivery and we are accurately picking what they need.

You will need

A can do attitude
A passion for customer service
Be willing to go the extra mile
Always be there, on time and properly presented.

About The Company

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, 8 distribution centres, 5 Best Food Logistics sites, as well as 6 support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome.

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers; some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.

On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.

*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*