Retail Assistant

Northern Europe; Leuchars; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Life assurance

Generous holiday

Training & development

Apprenticeships

Career progression

Supportive team

Benefits app

Job summary

Aramark UK are recruiting a Retail Assistant for Leuchars Station, offering a friendly, customer-focused role in a busy retail environment. You will assist customers, operate the till, replenish stock, and help maintain a clean, well-organised shop to ensure smooth daily operations.

The role runs Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 2:30pm, 35 hours per week, at £12.71 per hour. Aramark provides benefits including pension contributions, life assurance, holiday entitlement, training, apprenticeships, and

Qualifications

• Experience in retail, hospitality, or customer service desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive, friendly, and professional approach to customer service.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently when required.
• Basic numeracy skills and confidence handling cash transactions.

Responsibilities

• Providing excellent customer service and assisting customers with purchases and enquiries
• Operating the till and handling transactions accurately
• Replenishing stock and ensuring shelves are fully stocked and well presented
• Receiving and storing deliveries in line with company procedures
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the retail area
• Monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages where necessary
• Following all food safety, health & safety, and security procedures

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Reliability

Communication

Numeracy

Job description

At Aramark, we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a
passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career
should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional
growth. No matter what you're pursuing, we can help you reach your full potential.
Every day presents a new challenge and opportunity to discover something new
about yourself.

Job Description

Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Retail Assistant to join our team at
Leuchars Station. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hardworking and reliable individual looking to work within a busy retail environment, providing excellent customer service and supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the retail outlet. Job Description We are looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Retail Assistant to support the daily operation of our retail facility. The successful candidate will assist customers, replenish stock, operate the till, and help maintain a clean, welcoming, and well- organised retail environment. Key Responsibilities Include:

• Providing excellent customer service and assisting customers with purchases and enquiries
• Operating the till and handling transactions accurately
• Replenishing stock and ensuring shelves are fully stocked and well presented
• Receiving and storing deliveries in line with company procedures
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the retail area
• Monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages where necessary
• Following all food safety, health & safety, and security procedures

What's in it for You?

• £12.71 per hour
• 35 hours per week
• Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 2:30pm

Access to our Employee Benefits app: online GP, Employee Assistance Scheme, and hundreds of discounts (including supermarket savings and weekend treats)

• Company pension contributions
• Life assurance
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeship schemes available
• Fantastic career progression opportunities, as we LOVE to promote from within
• Be part of a talented and supportive team

Qualifications

• Previous retail, hospitality, or customer service experience is desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive, friendly, and professional approach to customer service
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently when required
• Basic numeracy skills and confidence handling cash transactions

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

• BPSS clearance is required for this role.
• Employment is subject to satisfactory right to work checks.

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

Any offer of employment for this role will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to the clearance level associated with the role.

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

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