Seasonal Store Assistant

Sostrene Grene; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Full training

Employee Assistance Programme

Workplace Pension Scheme

Job summary

Søstrene Grene is seeking Seasonal Store Assistants for our Maidstone location. Part-time contracts (8–16 hours/week) with daytime, evening, and weekend shifts are available during the festive season, ending 31 December 2026. You’ll help run the store, serve customers, stock shelves, and craft festive displays.

Join our team to bring Anna and Clara's world to life with warm service, inspiring visuals, and a personal touch. Training and a friendly workplace environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Availability to work daytime, evening and weekend shifts.
• Part-time contracts available (8–16 hours per week).
• Temporary festive season role withFixed-term ending 31 December 2026.
• Retail experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve customers at the till and deliver warm, friendly service.
• Replenish stock and assist in creating displays.
• Unpack deliveries and keep the store tidy and inviting.
• Engage with customers to help them find products.
• Contribute to sales targets through product knowledge.
• Create handwritten signs to add a personal touch.
• Support Søstrene Grene's festive values and atmosphere.
• Maintain health, hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Customer service

Cashier

Stock replenishment

Visual merchandising

Tools

POS system

Job description

Seasonal Store Assistant (Various Contracts Available) - Maidstone, Søstrene Grene We have a variety of part‑time contracts available, ranging from 8 to 16 hours per week. As the festive season is our busiest time of year, we are looking for team members who can be flexible and support the team when needed. Therefore, availability to work daytime, evening and weekend shifts in accordance with the monthly rota will be required. This is a temporary role for the festive season and the fixed term contract will end on 31st December 2026., As a Seasonal Store Assistant at Søstrene Grene, you will support the team with the day-to-day running of the store throughout the festive season. Whether serving customers at the till, replenishing stock or helping to create inspiring displays, you will play an important part in bringing Anna and Clara's wonderful world to life. Together with your colleagues, you will help create a welcoming and memorable shopping experience during our busiest and most magical time of year.

• Maintain exceptional housekeeping and visual merchandising standards throughout the store, helping create a beautiful and inspiring festive shopping environment.
• Deliver warm, friendly customer service and operate the tills, ensuring every customer enjoys a memorable visit.
• Support the creation and maintenance of our creative displays, showcasing seasonal collections and wonderful new arrivals.
• Unpack and process deliveries, ensuring the store is always filled with inspiring products and festive finds.
• Engage with customers and help them discover products that make their celebrations and gift‑giving extra special.
• Contribute to achieving sales targets through strong product knowledge and a passion for helping customers find exactly what they're looking for.
• Write our handwritten signs to give the store and shopping experience a personal touch (don't worry, we'll help you master Anna and Clara's handwriting style!).
• Play an important role in bringing Søstrene Grene's values to life and creating the warm, welcoming atmosphere our customers love.
• Maintain health, hygiene and safety standards at all times.
  Anna and Clara invite you into a sensual world of classical music, aesthetics, and comfort. The story of Søstrene Grene began in 1973 in Aarhus/Denmark and is based around the two Grene sisters, Anna and Clara. Today, Søstrene Grene has over 400 stores worldwide and is continuing to grow, bringing the wonderful world of Anna and Clara to more and more customers.

As the festive season approaches, Anna and Clara's world becomes even more magical. Our stores are filled with inspiration, thoughtful gifts and little moments of wonder for customers to discover. To help bring this special time of year to life, we are looking for Seasonal Store Assistants who enjoy creating beautiful store experiences and delivering warm, attentive customer service.

We believe in spreading joy and "Hygge" in everything we do. As a key part of our team, we value ambition and creativity, and we'll provide the space and support you need to grow.

We also offer:

• Staff discount to treat you and your home.
• Full training to welcome you to Sostrene Grene
• A confidential Employee Assistance Programme with access to counselling and other professional services
• Workplace Pension Scheme