Retail Assistant - Part Time

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

Job summary

A family-owned retail business in Newport is seeking a part-time Retail Assistant. You will provide friendly service, help customers, and keep the shop tidy. The ideal candidate will be reliable and enjoy working as part of a team. Competitive pay structure based on age and various employee benefits offered, making it a great option for students or as a second job.

Benefits

6 weeks holiday each year

15% staff discount

Smart uniform

Free life assurance

Virtual GP and discounts on cinema tickets, gym memberships, and travel

Qualifications

• A friendly, positive, hard-working approach to work.
• Enjoy being busy with moving from deliveries to tills to full shop support.
• Reliable and dependable as a member of a small team; meet commitments each shift.
• Flexible to cover shifts if teammates are off; rota planned three weeks in advance.

Responsibilities

• Make all customers feel welcome with a friendly smile and simple hello.
• Help customers find the items they are looking for.
• Provide fast and friendly service at the tills.
• Handle stock with care and work deliveries.
• Work with the team to keep the shop safe and tidy.

Skills

Friendly customer service

Teamwork

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

Retail Assistant – Part Time

Location: Newport, Newport
Position: Permanent part‑time retail assistant

Hours & Pay

• 20 hours per week across 4 days (minimum 20 hours, 7 days a week)
• Pay: £10.10 per hour for ages 16‑20, £12.31 per hour for ages 21+

Pay & Benefits

• 6 weeks holiday each year
• 15% staff discount at over 300 Farmfoods shops
• Smart uniform and free life assurance
• Staff benefits package – virtual GP, discounted cinema tickets, gym memberships, days out, travel, and more
• Great training and development opportunities

Responsibilities

• Make all customers feel welcome with a friendly smile and simple hello
• Help customers find the items they are looking for
• Provide fast and friendly service at the tills, offering help to pack and leaving a positive impression
• Handle stock with care, work deliveries, and quickly place products into freezers and on shelves
• Work with the team to complete daily and weekly routines that keep the shop safe, clean, and tidy

Qualifications & Attributes

• A friendly, positive, hard‑working approach to work
• Enjoy being busy with moving from deliveries to tills to full shop support
• Reliable and dependable as a member of a small team; meet commitments each shift
• Flexible to cover shifts if teammates are off; rota planned three weeks in advance

Other Considerations

Many people use this role as a part‑time job while studying or caring for family; the position also offers pathways to career growth within Farmfoods.

About Farmfoods

Farmfoods is a family‑owned business with a focus on value, quality, and a friendly customer experience. We pride ourselves on clean, tidy shops and a genuine, old‑fashioned retail atmosphere.

Retail Assistants are key to our brand, serving hundreds of customers weekly and embodying the Farmfoods reputation.