Retail Assistant - Part Time

Farmfoods; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A popular UK grocery retailer in Canterbury is seeking a part-time Retail Assistant to work 20 hours across four days. You will provide friendly customer service and assist in maintaining store cleanliness. This position offers competitive pay based on age and a range of benefits including holiday, training, and employee discounts. Suitable for students and individuals seeking flexible hours.

Benefits

6 weeks holiday annually

Training and development opportunities

15% staff discount

Smart uniform

Free life assurance

Staff benefits package

Qualifications

• Positive and hardworking attitude.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Flexibility with shifts.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers and assist in finding products.
• Provide fast service at the tills and maintain shop cleanliness.
• Handle stock safely during deliveries.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

Retail Assistant - Part Time, 20 hours

We are looking to recruit a new retail assistant for our shop in Canterbury, Kent. This is a permanent part-time position with a variety of shifts, working a minimum of 20 hours over 4 days per week, including weekends.

Pay & Benefits

The pay rate depends on your age:

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

Additional benefits include:

• 6 weeks holiday annually
• Training and development opportunities
• 15% staff discount in over 300 shops
• Smart uniform
• Free life assurance
• Staff benefits package including virtual GP, cinema tickets, gym memberships, days out, and travel discounts

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers with a friendly smile and greeting
• Assist customers in finding products
• Provide fast and friendly service at the tills, including packing and goodbyes
• Handle stock carefully during deliveries, stocking shelves and freezers
• Maintain shop safety, cleanliness, and tidiness with your team

Requirements

• Friendly, positive, and hardworking attitude
• Enjoy staying busy with various tasks
• Reliability to support a small team
• Flexibility with shifts, with planning three weeks in advance

Additional Information

This role is suitable for students, individuals with family commitments, or anyone seeking flexible part-time work. Opportunities for career progression exist within Farmfoods, including management roles.

About Us

Farmfoods is a family business committed to offering great value and quality in a friendly shopping environment. Our retail assistants serve hundreds of customers weekly and are key to our reputation.

Contract Details

Position: PTRA | Hours: 20 | Days: 4