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Heron Foods; Leeds; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts

Leadership training

Wellbeing support

Recognition program

Job summary

Heron Foods is seeking a Senior Part-Time Sales Assistant in Leeds to lead and support the store team, ensuring a high standard of customer service and smooth daily operations.

You will assist with stock, deliveries and store openings/closings as a keyholder, while helping to drive sales and maintain presentation standards. Join a growing retailer committed to development and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in a busy retail environment.
• Strong customer-service focus with problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate staff and uphold store standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate store team to meet targets.
• Deliver excellent customer service and resolve queries.
• Maintain neat store presentation and stock levels.
• Handle stock deliveries and openings/closes as keyholder.

Skills

Retail leadership

Customer service

Job description

Salary: Up to £13 per hour (inclusive of enhancement when performing management duties)

Discover Your Next Opportunity: Senior Part-Time Sales Assistant at Heron Foods

Pay: Up to £13 per hour (inclusive of enhancement when performing management duties)

Hours: 16hours per week

Why Heron Foods?

Be part of a fast-growing company with over 340 stores and counting. Every day brings new challenges, and you’ll never find yourself without something meaningful to do. As a Senior Sales Assistant, you’ll enjoy a supportive team environment where your leadership truly matters.

Take advantage of a range of benefits, including:

• Discounts: 10% off at both Heron Foods and B&M stores.
• Career Development: Access to tailored training and leadership programs like ‘Future Flyers.’
• Wellbeing Support: 24/7 GP access for you and your family, plus free, confidential assistance.
• Recognition & More: From long-service rewards to exclusive discounts and additional perks.

What You'll Do:

As a Senior Part-Time Sales Assistant, you’ll take on a key leadership role to keep the store running smoothly and successfully.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting and motivating the team to deliver exceptional results.
• Ensuring high standards of customer service and resolving queries effectively.
• Maintaining an impeccable store presentation with well-stocked and tidy shelves.
• Assisting with stock management and overseeing deliveries.
• Acting as a keyholder and taking responsibility for the store in the absence of management (including store openings and closes).

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking individuals who bring:

• A friendly, approachable, and professional manner with a passion for leadership.
• A strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a busy, fast-moving workplace.
• Previous leadership experience in retail or hospitality, with bonus points for key-holder experience.
• The ability to juggle multiple tasks and take ownership when stepping into a supervisory role.

At Heron Foods, diversity is at the heart of our values, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Up to £12.71 per hour (depending on age)