Retail Assistant - Part Time

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

Job summary

A leading company in the retail sector is seeking a part-time Retail Assistant for their shop in Perth. The role involves customer service, stock handling, and maintaining a friendly shopping environment. With opportunities for career progression and a supportive work culture, this position is ideal for those looking to balance work with other commitments.

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.
• Enjoyment of a busy environment.
• Reliability and flexibility with shifts.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming customers and assisting with product inquiries.
• Providing service at the tills and handling stock.
• Maintaining a clean and tidy shop environment.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Team spirit

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

Retail Assistant – Part Time, 12 hours

We are seeking a retail assistant for our shop in Perth, Perth and Kinross. This is a permanent part-time position with a variety of shifts, averaging at least 12 hours over 3 days per week, including weekends.

Pay & Benefits:

The hourly rate depends on your age:

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

Additional benefits include:

• 6 weeks holiday annually
• Training and development opportunities
• 15% staff discount across 300+ shops
• Smart uniform
• Free life assurance
• Staff benefits package including 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
• Assisting customers in finding products
• Providing quick and friendly service at the tills, including packing and polite farewells
• Handling stock carefully during deliveries and restocking shelves and freezers
• Collaborating with team members to maintain a safe, clean, and tidy shop environment

What you will need:

• A friendly, positive, and hardworking attitude
• Enjoyment of a busy environment with diverse tasks
• Reliability and team spirit
• Flexibility with shifts, with planning three weeks in advance and consideration for personal commitments

More than just a job:

Many employees start part-time while studying or managing other commitments. Opportunities for career progression into management roles exist through our training programs, with many managers having started in our shops.

About us:

Farmfoods is a family business committed to offering great value, quality products, and a friendly shopping experience. We focus on delivering value and a genuine customer service experience.

Contract details:

Position: PTRA, Hours: 12, Days: 3