Casual Sales Assistant

Friendsofkerhonkson; Gretna; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Lindt UK is seeking a casual 0 hours role at the Caledonia Store to support the retail plan and deliver Lindt’s renowned service. You will work with the team to meet store targets and ensure a memorable customer experience.

Expect aCan-do attitude, strong communication, and willingness to maintain Health and Safety standards while processing transactions, stocking shelves, and contributing to an inviting, brand-aligned environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience within a retail organisation is preferable.
• Highly motivated self-starter with drive for results.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to enthuse customers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent customer service and greet customers.
• Process transactions accurately at the till and manage queues.
• Upsell products and support loyalty program sign-ups.
• Assist with stock replenishment and store presentation to guidelines.
• Support VM/Gift Specialist tasks and ensure store looks presentable.

Skills

Customer service

Upselling

Cash handling

Teamwork

Retail knowledge

Health & Safety

Communication

Tools

POS system

Job description

A little bit about LindtWe are a premium chocolate manufacturer established in 1845 operating in over 86 countries around the World. Guided by our Global purpose to Enchant the World with Chocolate and UK vision of Creating Moments to Make Everyone Feel Special, we have around 700 team members in the UK across our Head Office, Retail, and Field Sales divisions. We are a Top 20 Great Place to Work and are proud of our incredible people, our unique values-led culture and our iconic market leading brands such as LINDOR & GOLD BUNNY.We’re also proud of being one of the few bean-to-bar chocolate makers in the world, where we control every step of our chocolate production.How you could help us to Enchant the World with ChocolateWe have an exciting opportunity where you could be a part of our incredible team.In this role you will:Support the store management team towards the accomplishment of the retail planEmbody the Lindt brand with passion and be part of a team of Lindt brand ambassadors who are experts at delivering the Lindt Service proposition and exceeding customer expectations every dayActively contribute towards an environment of collaboration through sharing knowledge, information and teamwork to drive ideas to action.Where you’ll be basedThis role is based in Caledonia Store and is a 0 hours casual contract.Key ResponsibilitiesCustomer Service RoleWork with team and Management to achieve set store targets.Be committed to working hours/working pattern.Provide excellent standard of customer service.When in work always have a can-do attitudeHave good working relationships in store and be part of the team.Greet customers.Accurately processing transactions through the tillUpsell and add on items as well as offering alternatives.Effectively manage queues.Support team with the Sampling of products and introducing customers to our Loyalty programComply with company Health and Safety policy and procedures, and take associated actions to ensure a safe working environment for allDelivery / Stock / replenishment RoleWork with team and Management to achieve set store targets.Be committed to working hours/working pattern.When in work always have a can-do attitudeHave good working relationships in store and be part of the team.Comply with company Health and Safety policy and procedures and take associated actions to ensure a safe working environment for all.Processing deliveries efficientlyKeep stockroom organized and rotated.Keeping shop floor fixtures fullClear communication to management regarding low levels / sell otsVM / Gift Specialist RoleWork with team and Management to achieve set store targets.Be committed to working hours/working pattern.When in work always have a can-do attitudeReactive positively to change in pace.Have good working relationships in store and be part of the team.Comply with company Health and Safety policy and procedures, and take associated actions to ensure a safe working environment for allSupport team in ensuring store always looks presentable and shoppable.Build gifting to company guidelines.Monitor Gifting levels, best sellers and react appropriately.What experience you’ll bringProven experience within a retail organisation is preferable, as is a genuine love of all that a career in retail has to offerA highly motivated self-starter, with a drive for resultsExcellent interpersonal skills, able to build relationships internally and externally.An infectious can do attitude – ready to try new things and enthuse everyone you meetBeing yourself every dayWe want everyone at Lindt feel safe to be themselves, ensuring they are empowered, represented, celebrated and included in our workplace. You’ll notice this throughout the recruitment process; in our ‘dress for your day’ policy and through our proactive DE&I strategy.Living our values everydayAt Lindt UK, our values guide us in everything we do. Being Passionately Lindt, Always Evolving, Building Real Relationships, Acting Responsibly and Making An Impact are an integral part of life here at Lindt.