Christmas Customer Assistant - In-Store Bakery - Preston Deepdale

MS; Preston; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

M&S in the United Kingdom is seeking a Customer Assistant for our Bakery section. You will be at the sharp end of fresh produce, delivering hot bread and five-star service during busy shifts.

You’ll be a hands-on team player, energetic, detail-focused, and ready to adapt to the store rhythm. The role operates evenings and weekends, with potential to increase hours during December.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hot bread, fresh perspectives and five-star service to customers.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and safety.
• Balance speed with safety to ensure freshness and availability.
• Adapt to the store's rhythm and support across bakery roles.
• Work as part of a team to meet peak-hour demand.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer service

Fast-paced

Job description

Work Pattern:

Wednesday - 16:30-20:30
Thursday - 16:30-20:30
Friday - 16:30-20:30
Saturday - 16:00-20:00

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 involvesoperating mechanical equipmentas relevant to the job roleand 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.

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