Mobile Shop Supervisor

The Prince of Wales; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A local hospice provider in Pontefract is seeking a Shop Assistant to support operations and cover for Shop Managers during their absence. The role involves dealing with cash, handling donations, and ensuring the shop is welcoming to customers. Applicants should have retail experience and strong customer service skills, along with a commitment to the Hospice's mission. The position allows the opportunity to make a difference in the community while working across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills are essential.
• Experience in retail is required.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Shop Manager to maximize income from sales.
• Cover the shop during the manager's absence.
• Promote awareness of the Hospice cause and philosophy.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service skills

Merchandising

Flexibility

Independence

Job description

Overview

To assist the Shop Manager or support the operation by covering a shop in the absence of the Shop Manager to help maximise income from sales. You will work on the shop floor, deal with cash and donations, and help ensure the shop is safe and attractive to customers. Good customer service skills are essential. As part of the shop team, you will help to promote awareness of the Hospice cause and philosophy. You will comply with all Hospice and retail procedures and relevant legislation., In this varied and rewarding role, you'll be covering for Shop Managers during periods of absence and supporting ongoing operational needs across multiple sites. You'll help maximise income through great customer service, attractive merchandising and effective stock handling, all while championing our Hospice's vital work in the community.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements

• Have retail experience and strong customer service skills
• Be able to merchandise stock effectively and handle donations
• Be friendly, flexible, and able to work independently
• Be willing to work across multiple locations local to the Hospice
• Have a full driving licence and access to your own vehicle (desirable)
• A commitment to the Hospice's values and mission

About the Hospice

At The Prince of Wales Hospice, we provide specialist palliative care in a supportive and respectful environment. Our 14-bed inpatient unit, located just minutes from Junction 32 of the M62 in Pontefract, also offers outpatient and community services, including a successful Lymphoedema clinic.