Customer Assistant - In Store Bakery - Stockport

Marks & Spencer Plc; Stockport; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Marks & Spencer Plc in Stockport is seeking a Customer Assistant for our Bakery section. You’ll handle hot bread, maintain freshness, and deliver five-star service to customers during busy periods.

This fast-paced role requires energy, attention to detail, and teamwork as you balance speed with food safety. Flexible across shifts, including weekends, you’ll help keep shelves full and the store running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced customer service environments.
• Ability to work as part of a team and adapt to changing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hot bread and maintain freshness to high standards.
• Manage demand and keep shelves stocked during shifts.
• Work across store roles with energy, teamwork and precision.
• Provide fast, high-quality service to customers.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Job description

Working Pattern

Sun: 10:00-16:00
Fri: 06:00-10:00
Sat: 06:00-10:00

Under 18 disclaimer

This job role involves working with specialist cutting equipment and 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. Are you ready for it?