Retail Assistant - Part Time

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

Job summary

Farmfoods is looking for a part-time Retail Assistant for their Darlington shop. This role involves customer interactions, handling stock and maintaining shop cleanliness, offering flexibility for students and parents. The position includes competitive pay based on age, benefits such as annual leave, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

6 weeks holiday annually

Training and development opportunities

15% staff discount

Smart uniform

Free life assurance

Staff benefits package

Qualifications

• Enjoys staying busy with various tasks.
• Has a friendly and positive attitude.
• Available to work flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes customers and assists in finding products.
• Provides service at the tills, including packing.
• Handles stock during deliveries and maintains shop cleanliness.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Team-oriented

Reliability

Job description

Retail Assistant - Part Time, 12 hours

We are looking to recruit a new retail assistant for our shop in Darlington, Durham. This is a permanent part-time position with a variety of shifts, working a minimum of 12 hours over 3 days each 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

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:

• Welcoming customers with a friendly smile and greeting
• Assisting customers in finding products
• Providing fast and friendly service at the tills, including packing and goodbyes
• Handling stock carefully during deliveries, stocking shelves and freezers
• Maintaining shop safety, cleanliness, and tidiness with your team

Requirements:

• Friendly, positive, and hardworking attitude
• Enjoy staying busy with various tasks
• Reliable and team-oriented
• Flexibility to work different shifts as needed, with shifts planned three weeks in advance

Additional Information:

This role is suitable for students, parents, or anyone seeking flexible part-time work. Opportunities for career progression are available within Farmfoods, from shop roles to management positions.

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 vital to our success.

Contract Details:

Position: PTRA, Hours: 12, Days: 3