Supermarket Assistant

Waitrose & Partners; Brighton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supermarket chain is looking for a Supermarket Assistant in Brighton to enhance customer experiences through excellent service. Responsibilities include stock replenishment, fulfilling online orders, and supporting the team. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach. Join a company that values diversity and promotes a positive working environment.

Qualifications

• Effective communication skills for team collaboration and customer interaction.

Responsibilities

• Stock replenishment to keep shelves full and products in the right place.
• Fulfilling online customer orders for delivery.
• Reducing wastage through product diligence and markdowns.
• Supporting the wider shop team with checkout, Click & Collect, and on-demand orders.
• Maintaining a safe and tidy working environment.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Job description

About the role

As a Supermarket Assistant, you'll help create a positive experience for our customers by providing excellent Partner-led service and demonstrating a passion for food. Your dedication to going the extra mile will enhance the customer's impression of the Waitrose brand, fostering trust and loyalty.

Key Responsibilities

Your role involves various shopkeeping tasks to ensure smooth and efficient store operations, including:

• Stock replenishment to keep shelves full and products in the right place.
• Fulfilling online customer orders for delivery.
• Reducing wastage through product diligence and markdowns.
• Supporting the wider shop team with checkout, Click & Collect, and on-demand orders.
• Maintaining a safe and tidy working environment.

Essential skills/experience you'll need

• Effective communication skills for team collaboration and customer interaction.

Desirable skills/experience you may have

• Experience in a customer-facing role.
• Interest and knowledge of food and drink trends.
• Flexibility to support the branch as needed.

About The Partnership

We're the UK's largest employee-owned business, home to John Lewis and Waitrose. As Partners, we share ownership, responsibility, and rewards, working together with kindness and respect. We embrace diversity and foster an environment where everyone can thrive, individually and collectively.

We focus on retail excellence, innovation, and diversification, maintaining our commitment to price, quality, and service.

Additional Information

Some roles may require pre-employment vetting, including DBS checks and financial probity assessments. We encourage prompt application as vacancies may close early due to high interest. We support flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance; please discuss options with the hiring manager during your interview.