Retail Assistant - Part Time

Farmfoods; Ashton-in-Makerfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Farmfoods is excited to offer multiple part-time Retail Assistant positions at our new shop in Ashton in Makerfield. With flexible shift patterns, competitive pay based on age, and numerous benefits, this role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your career in retail while serving friendly customers.

Benefits

6 weeks holiday each year

15% staff discount

Smart uniform

Free life assurance

Staff benefits package

Qualifications

• Positive and hardworking attitude.
• Enjoys working in a busy environment.
• Dependable team member.
• Flexible with shifting schedules.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming customers and providing fast service.
• Managing stock rotation and shelf stocking.
• Maintaining a clean and safe shop environment.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Multitasking

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

New Shop Opening - Multiple Part Time Retail Assistant Positions Available!

We are looking to recruit part-time retail assistants for our new shop opening in Ashton in Makerfield, Wigan (postcode: WN4 9BL). We can offer a range of part-time contracts with various shift patterns available.

Please note the following before applying to ensure these opportunities are right for you:

• Your initial training will take place in one of our local shops. All travel and accommodation expenses (if required) will be covered during training.
• All positions will involve some weekend work.

Pay & Benefits:

The amount you earn depends on your age:

• Ages 16-20 = £10.10 per hour
• Ages 21+ = £12.31 per hour

In addition to pay, you will benefit from:

• 6 weeks holiday each year
• Great training and development opportunities
• 15% staff discount in our 300+ shops on food and household essentials
• A smart uniform
• Free life assurance
• A staff benefits package including a virtual GP, cinema tickets, gym memberships, days out, and travel discounts

As a Retail Assistant, Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Welcoming customers with a friendly smile and greeting
• Helping customers find items
• Providing fast and friendly service at the tills, assisting with packing, and leaving a positive impression
• Handling stock carefully during deliveries, stocking shelves, and managing stock rotation
• Working with your team to maintain a safe, clean, and tidy shop environment

What You Need:

• A friendly, positive, and hardworking attitude
• Enjoy being busy and multitasking
• Reliability to be a dependable team member
• Flexibility to work different shifts when needed, with shifts planned three weeks in advance

More Than Just a Job:

Many come to us to earn extra money while studying, or to fit work around family commitments. Opportunities for career progression are available, with training programs and promotion pathways to management roles within Farmfoods.

About Us:

Farmfoods is a family business committed to offering great value, quality products, and a friendly shopping experience. Our retail assistants serve hundreds of customers weekly and are integral to our reputation for excellent service.