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Heron Foods; Chorley; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Career progression

GP access

Perks and rewards

Job summary

Heron Foods in Chorley is seeking a friendly Store Assistant (Part-Time) to help with daily store operations. You will unload deliveries, stock shelves, greet customers, and support your team to meet daily targets.

Ideal candidates enjoy working in retail, have a positive attitude, and can thrive in a busy store. Prior retail or hospitality experience is a plus but not essential. This role offers a friendly team environment and opportunity for growth.

Qualifications

• Enjoy helping customers and being part of a team.
• Positive, can-do approach to work.
• Able to handle a busy retail environment with confidence.
• Experience in retail, sales or hospitality is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Unload and organise deliveries to keep stock flowing.
• Keep shelves neat, tidy and fully stocked for a great shopping experience.
• Greet customers and offer assistance with a friendly, helpful approach.
• Work with your team to meet daily targets and maintain store standards.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Retail experience

Hospitality experience

Job description

Salary: Up to £12.71 per hour (depending on age)

Start Your Next Chapter: Store Assistant - Part-Time

Location: Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 2LU

Pay: Up to £12.71 per hour

Hours:4 hours per week

Be Part of Something Bigger

At Heron Foods, we’re proud to be more than just a convenience store—we’re a fast-growing retailer with over 340 stores across the

UK. We’re currently looking for a reliable, friendly, and hands-on Store Assistant to join our team.

Why Join Us?

When you work with us, you become part of a team that’s committed to helping each other and getting the job done right. In

return, we offer:

• 10% Staff Discount at Heron Foods and B&M stores.
• Career Progression: Training and future development through programmes like Future Flyers.
• Health & Wellbeing Support: 24/7 GP access for you and your family, plus free, confidential advice.
• Additional Perks: Recognition for long service, colleague rewards, and more.

What You’ll Do

This is a hands-on, active role where you’ll be involved in all aspects of the store. Day-to-day, you’ll:

• Help unload and organise deliveries to keep stock flowing.
• Keep shelves neat, tidy, and fully stocked to provide a great shopping experience.
• Greet customers and offer assistance when needed with a friendly, helpful approach.
• Work together with your team to meet daily targets and maintain store standards.

Why It Works for You

Each shift is different—whether you’re stocking shelves, helping a customer, or supporting your team, you’ll stay engaged and

active throughout. It’s a role that rewards teamwork, flexibility, and a positive attitude.

What We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Enjoy helping customers and being part of a team.
• Have a positive, can-do approach to your work.
• Can handle a busy retail environment with confidence.
• Have some experience in retail, sales, or hospitality (though it’s not essential).

Also Known As:

This role may also be advertised or searched as: Retail Assistant, Sales Assistant, Customer Service Assistant, Shop Floor Assistant, Convenience Store Worker, Retail Operative, Stock Assistant, or Part-Time Store Worker. If you’re looking for a flexible, active role with real team spirit—this could be the perfect fit.

Heron Foods is proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunity employer.

We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences to join our team.

Up to £12.71 per hour (depending on age)

Up to £12.71 per hour (depending on age)

Up to £12.71 per hour (depending on age)