Customer Assistant - In-Store Bakery - Exeter

Marks and Spencer; Exeter; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unsocial hours premium (£3 p/h)

Job summary

Marks & Spencer are hiring a Customer Assistant for the Bakery section. You will start early mornings, handle fresh produce, and work under pressure with precision. The role involves serving customers, maintaining high food quality, and adapting to different store tasks.

A 18+ age requirement applies for safety reasons, with some shifts offering an extra £3 per hour for unsocial hours. Join a fast-paced team that values energy, reliability and attention to detail in delivering fresh bakery

Qualifications

• Early mornings and weekend work may be required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced bakery environment.
• Willingness to handle cutting equipment in a safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Serve customers and deliver hot bread with energy and attention to detail.
• Keep bakery shelves stocked and presentable for peak hours.
• Adapt to different roles across shifts and maintain high quality output.

Job description

All the details

Work Pattern
Week 1
Wednesday 05:00-11:30
Thursday 07:00-15:00
Saturday 10:00-16:30
Week 2
Sunday 07:00-15:00
Monday 05:00-11:30
Friday 05:00-11:30

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.

This job role involves working early mornings and specialist cutting equipment which 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.

Please note that the + £3.00 p/h unsocial premium is only added on any hours worked between 22:00-06:00.

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.

Are you ready for it?