Retail Assistant

Sodexo; Colchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Colchester is seeking a Retail Assistant. This role involves serving customers, managing stock, and operating tills. Successful candidates will receive on-the-job training and have opportunities for career development within the company. With varied shifts and a supportive work environment, you'll make a difference in the daily lives of Armed Forces personnel. Join a team that values training, wellbeing, and offers various financial benefits.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications

Flexible work

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or over to sell restricted items.
• Retail experience preferred, but full training is provided.
• Ability to understand and promote products effectively.

Responsibilities

• Serve customers with a friendly, professional approach.
• Operate tills and handle transactions efficiently.
• Manage stock, including receiving deliveries and restocking.
• Maintain store cleanliness and uphold hygiene standards.

Skills

Customer-first attitude

Digital know-how

Sales awareness

Flexible mindset

Job description

25 hours per week

5 out of 7 per week

Varied shifts starting from 06:30 through to 22:00, weekends from 09:30 - 21:15

£12.21 per hour

Free Car parking

Job Description

Retail Assistant - Sodexo

Merville Barracks, Circular Road South, Colchester, Essex CO2 7UT

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 programmes
• 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.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.