Customer Assistant

Lidl; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading supermarket chain in Preston is hiring a Customer Assistant. This role involves providing excellent customer service, managing store operations, and maintaining product displays. The position offers competitive hourly pay, a generous holiday entitlement, and various benefits including in-store discounts and a pension scheme. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a positive attitude, making significant impact in customer engagement. Apply now and join a supportive team committed to your growth.

Benefits

30-35 days holiday (pro rata)

10% in-store discount

Pension scheme

Enhanced family leave

Long service award

Qualifications

• Experience in a retail or customer-facing environment is preferred.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced and flexible work environment.
• A passion for providing excellent service to customers.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers with inquiries and requests.
• Work deliveries efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the store.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Support bakery operations by baking fresh goods.

Skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Teamwork

Job description

Summary

£13.00 - £13.95 per hour | 30 hour contract | 30-35 days' holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Pension scheme

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're collaborative, determined and we all pitch in to help each other out.

Just like you.

As a Lidl Customer Assistant, no two shifts are the same. From restocking shelves to jumping on tills, you'll keep moving, keep business booming, and never be bored. You'll take pride in going the extra mile to keep the store clean, tidy and organised, working closely with your retail colleagues and making sure that every customer receives the service they deserve.

In return, we'll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, with an additional £2.00 per hour for bank holidays and £3.50 per hour for nights, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well‑being and life outside of Lidl.

We're proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there'll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we'll help you thrive in your retail role and champion you to succeed in your career here - you could even become a Freshness, Non‑Food or Bakery Specialist.

What you’ll do

• Be a Lidl expert, helping our customers with their questions, queries and requests
• Efficiently work deliveries as they arrive in store
• Passionately provide excellent customer service
• Proactively keep the bakery topped up by baking fresh goods
• Expertly merchandise and maintain our middle aisles of Non‑Food products

What you’ll need

• Experience working in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent customer service skills
• Flexibility to start a shift early or finish late
• A positive approach to changing priorities
• Drive and passion to work hard and make your store a success
• A smile on your face and a friendly manner to inspire your team and help our customers

What you’ll receive

• 30-35 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in‑store discount
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced family leave
• Long service award

  We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.

  If you’re ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.

  Employment Conditions

  Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company’s receipt of satisfactory references and, if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.