Retail Sales Assistant

The Kingsley Bakery; Northampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local independent bakery in Northampton is seeking a Shop Assistant to join their team. The role involves serving customers, maintaining shop standards, and assisting with product preparation. Candidates should have strong customer service skills and a flexible approach to working early mornings and Saturdays. This position offers part-time and full-time contracts with up to 20 hours a week. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment and have a positive attitude, this could be a great opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills are essential for this role.
• Flexibility to work early mornings and Saturdays is required.
• A positive and self-motivated attitude is key for success.

Responsibilities

• Serve customers and deliver excellent customer service.
• Operate the EPOS till system effectively.
• Maintain shop presentation and assist with product preparation.

Skills

Customer service skills

Positive attitude

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Job description

Shop Assistant – Oliver’s Bakery Kingsley Park Terrace Northampton

Part-Time and Full-Time Positions Available – Up to 20 hours per week (Part-Time) | Permanent Contract

Early shifts from 7am required | Saturday working on a rota

Oliver’s Bakery is a busy, independent retail bakery with a strong local reputation – and we’re looking for friendly, reliable and motivated people to join our Rothwell team.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, take pride in great customer service, and love the smell of freshly baked goods, this could be the role for you.

About the Role

As a Shop Assistant, you will play an important part in the day-to-day running of our bakery shop. You’ll support customers, keep the shop well-presented, assist with product preparation and ensure every visitor receives the warm, welcoming Oliver’s experience we’re known for.

Key Responsibilities

• Serving customers and delivering excellent customer service
• Operating the EPOS till system
• Stock rotation and product replenishment
• Visual merchandising and maintaining shop standards
• Pricing and labelling products
• Light baking-off of goods
• General cleaning duties
• End-of-day cashing up (as required)

What We’re Looking For

• A positive, enthusiastic and self-motivated attitude
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good attention to detail and confidence with basic retail admin
• Flexibility to work early mornings (from 6am) and Saturdays on a rota

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV to: [e-mail]
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