Stephens Bakery - NEW SHOP - Retail Assistant - Part time - Kirkcaldy

Wm. Stephen (Bakers) Ltd.; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local bakery company in Kirkcaldy is seeking enthusiastic team members for Retail Assistant positions. Responsibilities include delivering excellent customer service, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring a welcoming shop atmosphere. Ideal candidates are team players with a passion for customer service and availability for midweek and weekend shifts. This exciting opportunity offers training before the new shop opens in January 2026 and competitive salary ranging from £9.33 to £12.41 per hour.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free products for team members

Career development opportunities

Mental health support

Discounts at multiple retailers

Qualifications

• Positive energy and genuine passion for people.
• Ability to thrive in a busy environment.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service.
• Help create a warm shop atmosphere.
• Follow food safety procedures.

Skills

Team player

Customer service skills

Reliability

Job description

Overview

We’re baking up something exciting — a brand-new Stephens Bakery Shop is opening soon on Hendry Road in Kirkcaldy and we’re on the lookout for enthusiastic team members to join!

We are recruiting multiple positions varying from 17 – 24 hours per week. Please note these positions require midweek and weekend availability so we can’t accept candidates in full-time education. If successful, training would be completed in one of our other shops before transitioning into our new shop when it opens in January 2026!

What You'll Be Doing

• Always provide excellent customer service – this is your number one priority.
• Help create a warm and welcoming atmosphere in the shop.
• Answer questions about products and make recommendations when asked.
• Follow daily routines and task lists for cleaning, stocking, and food preparation.
• Carry out tasks as delegated by the Management or Senior Sales
• Follow food safety procedures and checklists, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Support the team by staying flexible and willing to help wherever needed
• Keep the shop clean, tidy, and well-stocked throughout the day.
• Make sure displays look their best and product quality is maintained.
• Follow stock rotation procedures
• Work well with others on shift, sharing tasks fairly and helping during busy periods.

What We’re Looking For

We’re not just hiring a Retail Assistant – we’re welcoming someone into our team who’ll bring positive energy, reliability, and a genuine passion for people. Are you:

• A team player who believes in teamwork and collaboration?
• Someone who thrives in the energy of a busy shop?
• A customer service star who always goes the extra mile?

If this sounds like you, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Get in Return

We care about our people as much as we care about our bridies – and that’s a lot! When you join Stephens, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive Salary: from £9.33 – £12.41 depending on age
• Lunch is on us! We offer free products to our teams on shift
• Presents for our team at special moments (Christmas, Length of Service & Weddings)
• Know someone great? Our staff referral scheme offers the potential to earn £150 each!
• Popping in for a bite on your day off? You’ll get 20% off our products across all of our shops
• Free Counselling for mental health, money, legal or work matters
• Discounts at over 1,000 high street and online retailers such as Asda, Aldi, cinemas, holidays, etc.
• Career development your sort of thing? We love to develop our teams to be the best versions of themselves, which is why we like to offer job opportunities to our existing team.

Why Join Stephens Bakery?

At Stephens Bakery, we’re not just baking history. As a proud 4th generation family business with over 150 years of heritage, we combine the best of traditional craft with a bold, modern vision for the future. We’re known for pushing boundaries. From launching the first-ever bakery Jiffy Van and standalone bakery drive-thru, to pioneering partnerships with Coop, Scotmid, Morrisons, and independent retailers, innovation is at the heart of everything we do.

But while we embrace new ideas, our roots remain firmly in quality, tradition, and community. We stay true to the art of baking with time-honored techniques and the finest locally sourced ingredients. This commitment to excellence is why we’ve been crowned:- Scottish Craft Bakery of the Year- UK Craft Bakery Business of the Year (2021)- Home to Scotland’s Favourite Morning Roll, Steak Bridie, and Double Biscuit

At Stephens, you’re not just joining a business — you’re becoming part of a legacy that’s proud of its past and passionate about its future.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re excited about what we do and think you’d be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. Here’s what to expect:

1. Apply Now – Submit your application below.
2. Quick Chat – If shortlisted, we’ll start with a casual telephone interview.
3. Meet Us In Person – We’ll invite you in for a relaxed face-to-face interview.
4. Try It Out – Experience the role with a paid work trial.

We aim to complete the process in around 2 weeks, but we’re happy to work around notice periods where needed.