Store Assistant – Part-Time

Heron Foods Limited; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

10% Staff Discount

Career progression

Health & wellbeing support

Additional perks

Job summary

Heron Foods in Bolton is hiring a Store Assistant on a part-time basis to join a busy team at Tonge Moor.

This role involves unloading deliveries, keeping shelves neat, greeting customers, and helping the team hit daily targets. It offers a supportive workplace and opportunities for progression.

Shifts are 4 hours per week, with pay up to £12.71 per hour, plus benefits including a 10% staff discount and health support.

Qualifications

• 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).

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 when needed with a friendly, helpful approach.
• Work together with your team to meet daily targets and maintain store standards.

Job description

Up to £12.71 per hour (depending on age)

Hours

4

Contract

Permanent

Location

Tonge Moor

Start Your Next Chapter: Store Assistant - Part-Time

Location: Tonge Moor, Bolton, BL2 2HT

Pay: Up to £12.71 per hour

Hours: 4 hours per week

Be Part of Something Bigger

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.

Why Join Us?

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

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.

What We’re Looking For

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).

Also Known As:

This role may also be advertised or searched as: Retail Assistant, Sales Assistant, Customer Service Assistant, Shop Floor Assistant, Convenience Store Worker, Retail Operative, Stock Assistant, or Part-Time Store Worker. If you’re looking for a flexible, active role with real team spirit - this could be the perfect fit.

Heron Foods is proud to be an inclusive, equal opportunity employer.

We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences to join our team.