Store Assistant

Heron Foods; Preston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Discount

Career Progression

Health & Wellbeing Support

Recognition for long service

Job summary

Heron Foods is seeking a reliable, friendly Store Assistant to join our team. This hands-on role involves unloading deliveries, stocking shelves, greeting customers, and helping the team meet daily targets in a fast-paced store.

You’ll stay active throughout your shift and benefit from staff perks such as a staff discount, career progression opportunities, and wellbeing support. No previous experience is essential, but retail, sales, or hospitality experience is welcome; you’ll be part of a

Qualifications

• Experience in retail, sales, or hospitality beneficial.
• Strong customer-service mindset with a can-do attitude.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to store procedures.

Responsibilities

• Help unload and organise deliveries to keep stock flowing.
• Keep shelves neat, tidy, and fully stocked to provide a great shopping experience.
• Greet customers and offer assistance with a friendly, helpful approach.
• Work with your team to meet daily targets and maintain store standards.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Job description

This is a hands-on, active role where you’ll be involved in all aspects of the store. Day-to-day, you’ll:

• Help unload and organise deliveries to keep stock flowing.
• Keep shelves neat, tidy, and fully stocked to provide a great shopping experience.
• Greet customers and offer assistance when needed with a friendly, helpful approach.
• Work together with your team to meet daily targets and maintain store standards.

Why It Works for You

Each shift is different-whether you’re stocking shelves, helping a customer, or supporting your team, you’ll stay engaged and active throughout. It’s a role that rewards teamwork, flexibility, and a positive attitude.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Enjoy helping customers and being part of a team.
• Have a positive, can-do approach to your work.
• Can handle a busy retail environment with confidence.
• Have some experience in retail, sales, or hospitality (though it’s not essential).

At Heron Foods, we’re proud to be more than just a convenience store‑we’re a fast-growing retailer with over 340 stores across the UK. We’re currently looking for a reliable, friendly, and hands‑on Store Assistant to join our team.

When you work with us, you become part of a team that’s committed to helping each other and getting the job done right. In return, we offer:

• 10% Staff Discount at Heron Foods and B&M stores.
• Career Progression: Training and future development through programmes like Future Flyers.
• Health & Wellbeing Support: 24/7 GP access for you and your family, plus free, confidential advice.
• Additional Perks: Recognition for long service, colleague rewards, and more.

What You’ll Do