Senior Sales Assistant (Part Time)

Heron Foods Limited; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

10% off at Heron Foods and B&M stores

Leadership development programs

24/7 GP access and wellbeing support

Recognition rewards and perks

Job summary

Heron Foods in Cantley, Doncaster, is seeking a Senior Part-Time Sales Assistant to help run the store. This role is 16 hours per week with pay up to £13 per hour (including enhancement when performing management duties).

You will lead and motivate the team, deliver excellent customer service, maintain tidy shelves, assist with stock and deliveries, and act as keyholder when management is away. Heron Foods offers discounts, development programs, wellbeing support, and recognised rewards for

Qualifications

• Friendly, approachable and professional leadership mindset.
• Strong work ethic in a busy, fast-moving workplace.
• Leadership experience in retail or hospitality; bonus for key-holder.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and take ownership in supervisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Support and motivate the team to deliver exceptional results.
• Ensure high standards of customer service and resolve queries.
• Maintain an impeccable store presentation with tidy shelves.
• Assist with stock management and oversee deliveries.
• Act as a keyholder and manage store in absence of management.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Team management

Multi-tasking

Key-holder experience

Ownership

Job description

Up to £13 per hour (inclusive of enhancement when performing management duties)

Hours

16

Contract

Permanent

Location

Cantley

Discover Your Next Opportunity: Senior Part-Time Sales Assistant at Heron Foods

Location: Cantley, Doncaster, DN4 6NR

Pay: Up to £13 per hour (inclusive of enhancement when performing management duties)

Hours: 16 hours per week

Why Heron Foods?

Be part of a fast-growing company with over 340 stores and counting. Every day brings new challenges, and you’ll never find yourself without something meaningful to do. As a Senior Sales Assistant, you’ll enjoy a supportive team environment where your leadership truly matters.

Take advantage of a range of benefits, including:

Discounts: 10% off at both Heron Foods and B&M stores.

Career Development: Access to tailored training and leadership programs like ‘Future Flyers.’

Wellbeing Support: 24/7 GP access for you and your family, plus free, confidential assistance.

Recognition & More: From long-service rewards to exclusive discounts and additional perks.

What You'll Do:

As a Senior Part-Time Sales Assistant, you’ll take on a key leadership role to keep the store running smoothly and successfully. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting and motivating the team to deliver exceptional results.
• Ensuring high standards of customer service and resolving queries effectively.
• Maintaining an impeccable store presentation with well-stocked and tidy shelves.
• Assisting with stock management and overseeing deliveries.
• Acting as a keyholder and taking responsibility for the store in the absence of management (including store openings and closes).

Fast-Paced and Rewarding:

At Heron Foods, no two days are the same. From supporting your team on the shop floor to stepping into a management role when needed, you’ll thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment. You’ll play a vital role in achieving store goals and fostering a positive, close-knit team culture.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking individuals who bring:

• A friendly, approachable, and professional manner with a passion for leadership.
• A strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a busy, fast-moving workplace.
• Previous leadership experience in retail or hospitality, with bonus points for key-holder experience.
• The ability to juggle multiple tasks and take ownership when stepping into a supervisory role.

At Heron Foods, diversity is at the heart of our values, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.