Seasonal Team Members (160 Hours) Shop 29, Liberty Midlands Mall, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu Natal

Bargain Books; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading bookstore retailer in the West Midlands is seeking a Seasonal Team Member. Responsibilities include assisting with stock, providing excellent customer service, and maintaining store organization. Ideal candidates should be friendly, enthusiastic, and available for flexible retail hours. This position offers benefits such as staff discounts and experience in a dynamic retail environment.

Benefits

Staff book discount

Exposure to retail and customer service

Qualifications

• Energetic and enthusiastic candidates
• 15 years or older
• Proof of school attendance or Matric certificate
• Friendly, approachable, and service-driven
• Able to work in a busy retail environment
• Physically strong for stock handling
• Available for retail hours including weekends

Responsibilities

• Assist with receiving and unpacking stock
• Provide excellent customer service
• Maintain store cleanliness and organization
• Ensure displays are neat and refreshed
• Help customers with book knowledge
• Upsell and recommend alternatives
• Be alert to security issues

Job description

Overview

Bargain Books is one of the biggest book retailers in South Africa, with over 80 stores and growing rapidly. We are proud winners of the Bookseller of the Year award for multiple years, including 2019, 2018, 2017, 2014, 2013 and 2011.

We believe in hard work, teamwork, and a passion for books within a dynamic, customer-focused environment. Seasonal team members play a key role in helping us deliver excellent service and a great shopping experience during our busiest time of the year.

Purpose of the Job

As a Seasonal Team Member, you will assist with receiving and unpacking stock, merchandising, gift wrapping and providing excellent customer service. You will support the store team in creating a positive shopping experience during the festive season.

Main Responsibilities

• Customer Service – greet and assist every customer with a friendly, positive attitude.
• Housekeeping – keep the store clean, tidy and organised.
• Merchandising – ensure displays are neat, eye-catching and regularly refreshed.
• Stock Handling – assist with unpacking, categorising and replenishing stock.
• Book Knowledge – be an avid reader or display a keen interest in learning about our books and promotions to help customers.
• Sales Support – upsell, cross-sell, and recommend alternatives where possible.
• Security Awareness – remain alert and vigilant on the sales floor.

Requirements

We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic candidates who:

• Are 15 years or older.
• Provide proof of current school attendance (if still in school) or a Matric certificate.
• Are friendly, approachable, and service-driven.
• Can work in a busy retail environment and handle pressure.
• Are physically strong and healthy to assist with stock handling.
• Are available to work retail hours, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Previous retail or customer service experience is an advantage, but not essential.

The Successful Applicant Will Have

• Neat and professional presentation.
• Good book knowledge or show an interest in learning about our books and promotions.
• Good communication skills (bilingual preferred).
• A positive, helpful attitude.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to the team.

Benefits of Joining Us This Season

• Staff book discount.
• Exposure to retail and customer service in a leading bookseller.

Application Process

Applications and CVs should be dropped off in store at: Bargain Books – Shop 29, Liberty Midlands Mall, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu Natal

Please mark your application clearly with “MIDLANDS SEASONAL BOOKSELLER”.

Closing date: 15 November 2025

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us after the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Preference will be given to candidates who will add to the diversity of our organisation.