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

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts

Career development

Wellbeing support

Recognition benefits

Job summary

Heron Foods is seeking a Senior Part-Time Sales Assistant to lead the store team and ensure smooth daily operations. This role emphasizes leadership and delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.

You will motivate staff, maintain tidy shelves, oversee stock and deliveries, and step in as a keyholder when management is off-site, supporting a positive, high-performing team culture.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in retail or hospitality.
• Ability to motivate a team and manage store operations.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Support and motivate the team to deliver results.
• Maintain high standards of customer service and resolve queries.
• Keep store presentation immaculate with stocked shelves.
• Assist with stock management and deliveries.
• Act as keyholder and supervise store openings and closes.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team motivation

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).

Fast-Paced and Rewarding:

At Heron Foods, no two days are the same. From supporting your team on the shop floor to stepping into a management role when

needed, you’ll thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment. You’ll play a vital role in achieving store goals and fostering a

positive, close-knit team culture.

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 £13 per hour (inclusive of enhancement when performing management duties)

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

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