Retail Assistant

Sodexo; Andover; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational services provider in Andover is seeking a Retail Assistant to interact with Armed Forces personnel and maintain a smooth operation of the convenience store. Responsibilities include serving customers, managing stock, and ensuring hygiene standards. Ideal candidates should have a customer-first attitude and a flexible mindset, with support for training and career development provided.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Apprenticeship qualifications

Wellbeing Support

Financial Benefits

Work Perks

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or over to sell restricted items.
• Retail experience preferred, but full training provided.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve customers with a friendly, professional approach.
• Operate tills and handle transactions efficiently.
• Manage stock and ensure store cleanliness.

Skills

Retail experience

Sales awareness

Product knowledge

Digital know-how

Customer-first attitude

Flexible mindset

Job description

Working Hours & Pay

• 35 hours per week
• 5 days out of 7, 1 in 3 weekends
• Early: 7:00am‑2:30pm
• Day: 8:00am‑3:30pm
• Evening: 10:30‑6:00pm
• £12.21 per hour
• Must be 18+

Job Description

Retail Assistant – Sodexo | Army HQ Andover SP10 8HT

Join our team at Sodexo as a Retail Assistant and play a key role in keeping our convenience store running smoothly! Whether you're looking for your first job or bringing retail experience, we'd love to hear from you.

This customer‑facing role gives you the chance to interact daily with Armed Forces personnel, making a real difference in their day. At Sodexo, you'll be part of something greater – working with purpose and growing in your own way.

What You’ll Do:

• Serve customers with a friendly, professional approach
• Operate tills and handle transactions efficiently
• Manage stock, including receiving deliveries, restocking, and rotation
• Support promotions and loyalty programs
• Maintain store cleanliness and uphold hygiene standards
• Ensure responsible retailing by verifying ID for restricted items

What You Bring:

• Must be 18 or over to sell restricted items
• Retail experience? Great! No experience? We'll provide full training.
• Sales awareness – contribute to store performance and cost control
• Product knowledge – understand what we sell and how it benefits customers
• Digital know‑how – use store systems and applications confidently
• Customer‑first attitude – spot selling opportunities and adapt to their needs
• A flexible mindset – thrive in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment

What we offer:

• On‑the‑job training with experienced professionals
• Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
• Career development opportunities within Sodexo
• A friendly and supportive work environment
• Wellbeing Support – unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Financial Benefits – discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death‑in‑service benefit
• Career Growth – apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities
• Work Perks – cycle to work scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform