Christmas – Customer Assistant – Bakery – London Colney

Marks & Spencer Plc; St Albans; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Marks & Spencer Plc in St Albans is seeking a Customer Assistant for our Bakery section, delivering hot bread, freshness, and five-star service to our customers. You’ll work early mornings, stay hands-on, and adapt across roles to keep shelves full and standards high.

We’re looking for energetic individuals with a love for food, a strong eye for detail, and a team-first approach. This is a fast-paced role where every shift matters and customer satisfaction is paramount.

Qualifications

• Early mornings availability.
• Passion for food and fresh produce.
• Willingness to work across different roles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hot bread, fresh perspectives, and fast, five-star service to customers.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and safety.
• Manage demand and keep shelves full during peak hours.
• Adapt to store rhythms and work across roles.

Skills

Team player

Fast-paced

Attention to detail

Customer service

Food safety

Job description

All the details
Wednesday 10:00-1400
Friday 1000-1400
Saturday 100-1400
Due to operational requirements, all successful candidates may be asked to work up to full time hours in the weeks commencing 13th and 20th December.
Under 18 disclaimer
This job role involves working early mornings and this means we can’t consider applications from anyone under the age of 18. This is to comply with the relevant health and safety legislation and to keep our colleagues safe in the workplace.
Join our team at M&S as a Customer Assistant in our Bakery section, working at the sharp end of fresh produce, under pressure and with precision. We're seeking passionate individuals with a love for food that strive for perfection every day.
You’ll be a hands-on, sleeves-up brand ambassador bringing energy and attention to detail to every shift – delivering hot bread, fresh perspectives, and fast, five-star service to our customers.

• At M&S, our customers don’t wait. You’ll rise early, move quickly and put in the hard graft to maintain the highest standards in food quality and safety.
• You’ll confidently manage demand, keeping our shelves full and our customers impressed.
• Efficiency and effectiveness are key aspects of your role. You’ll balance speed with safety, making sure our bakery delivers freshness and availability even during peak hours.
• Being a team player is crucial. In this role, that means working closely with others while maintaining fast, high-quality output.
• Flexibility is vital. You’ll adapt to the rhythm of the store, working across different roles as needed and embracing each shift with determination.
  

This is a tough, fast-paced role – but one where you’ll see the impact of your work, every single day. #Christmas