Christmas - Customer Assistant - In Store Bakery - London Colney

Marks and Spencer; St Albans; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Marks and Spencer in St Albans is looking for a Customer Assistant in our Bakery section. You’ll help deliver fresh bread and pastries, greet customers, and provide fast, five-star service while maintaining high food safety standards.

Shifts include Sundays 12:00-18:00 and Fridays 12:00-18:00, with potential full-time hours during the Christmas weeks. This is a busy, hands-on role requiring energy, teamwork, and a proactive approach to keeping shelves stocked and customers satisfied.

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Sunday 12:00-18:00
Friday 12:00-18:00

Customer Assistant (In-Store Bakery)

Christmas only: 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.

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.