Colleague- Bedford

Hobbycraft; Bedford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday pro rata

25% colleague discount

Employee Support Programme

Inclusive and creative working环境

Job summary

Hobbycraft Bedford is seeking a Store Colleague to support the Store Management Team and deliver a welcoming, customer-focused experience on the shop floor. The role emphasizes brand values, great communication, and helping customers across craft products.

You will handle till operations, assist with stock replenishment and displays, and support Click and Collect while upholding health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Retail experience is advantageous.
• Confident communicator delivering outstanding customer service.
• A passion for craft.
• Selling skills are advantageous.
• Stock replenishment and shelf maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Brand ambassador – you will be passionate about the Hobbycraft brand, embracing change in a positive and proactive way.
• Teamwork – you will build great working relationships with the team and treat individuals fairly and with respect at all times, adhering to our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging policy.
• Customer Service – you will deliver outstanding customer service, putting the customer at the heart of everything you do. You will have excellent communication skills and interact with our customers, sharing your passion and knowledge of craft.
• Change – you have the flexibility to recognise change and approach it in a positive, proactive way.
• Policies and Procedures – you will comply with all Company policies and Health and Safety Regulations
• Shop Floor – you will deliver excellent standards and know what good looks like. You will be required to replenish stock, keeping the displays clean, full and tidy at all times. You may also assist in changing displays of stock.
• Cash Handling – Operating the till and accurately handling cash, credit/debit cards and gift cards transactions.
• Click and Collect – you will be required to assist with the Click and Collect process
• Stock Control – Being vigilant at all times to help minimise stock loss and ensure tagging processes are followed

Skills

Cash handling

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Customer service

Adaptability

Job description

Store Colleague - Bedford

Hours of Work - 12 per week Salary - £12.21 per hour

As a General Assistant at Hobbycraft you will support the Store Management Team to deliver all aspects of the store operation, initiatives and performance. Delivering an inviting, inspirational and truly customer-focused experience is key to our continued success. You will demonstrate our brand values in every aspect of your work.

WHY HOBBYCRAFT?

• Previously voted one of the Top 5 Best Companies in the UK by our own colleagues
• We're a forward thinking, diverse team and are 100% committed to what we do
• We have a reputation to shout about, exceeding customer expectations first time, every time

COMPANY BENEFITS

• 33 days holiday including bank holidays pro rata
• 25% colleague discount, with ad hoc double discount days
• Fun event days to fundraise for our charity partners
• Employee Support Programme, for overall wellbeing for you and your family, including financial and mortgage advice
• An inclusive and creative working environment, so you can truly be you and enjoy your time at work

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Brand ambassador – you will be passionate about the Hobbycraft brand, embracing change in a positive and proactive way
• Teamwork - you will build great working relationships with the team and treat individuals fairly and with respect at all times, adhering to our Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging policy
• Customer Service - you will deliver outstanding customer service, putting the customer at the heart of everything you do. You will have excellent communication skills and interact with our customers, sharing your passion and knowledge of craft
• Change - you have the flexibility to recognise change and approach it in a positive, proactive way.
• Policies and Procedures - you will comply with all Company policies and Health and Safety Regulations
• Shop Floor - you will deliver excellent standards and know what good looks like. You will be required to replenish stock, keeping the displays clean, full and tidy at all times. You may also assist in changing displays of stock.
• Cash Handling - Operating the till and accurately handling cash, credit/debit cards and gift cards transactions.
• Click and Collect - you will be required to assist with the Click and Collect process
• Stock Control - Being vigilant at all times to help minimise stock loss and ensure tagging processes are followed

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Experience

• Retail (or similar) experience is advantageous
• A confident communicator who can deliver outstanding customer service
• A passion for craft
• Selling skills are advantageous
• Stock replenishment

Skills

• Cash handling
• Comfortable operating within guidelines and polices
• Able to work at pace and with accuracy
• High standards
• Adaptability
• Brand ambassador
• Self-motivated
• Being able work confidently on your own or as part of a team

Due to the volume of applications we are receiving we may need to close the vacancy prior to the expiry date

We are completely committed to supporting anyone with a disability in applying for our vacancies. If you have a disability and require support throughout our recruitment process, you can contact us at [e-mail] and let us know what adjustments you may need.

At Hobbycraft we celebrate the joy of crafting, and we celebrate all our colleagues and customers. As a retailer we have a diverse Colleague base from a broad range of all communities. Our colleagues are recruited for their skill, passion, love of craft and customer service, which is also reflected in our customer base. It is this skill and love of crafting which defines them. Hobbycraft, is an equal opportunity employer who takes equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging very seriously, we regularly review our policies and practices to ensure not only compliance, but also best practise from an employment perspective.

Hobbycraft are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, and we are committed to equal and fair treatment for all colleagues or potential colleagues irrespective of race, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnic origins, religion or belief, disability, age, gender, marital or family status.