Volunteer Retail Assistant - Cash Desk Volunteer

https:/www.teessidehospice.org/; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading charity as a Cash Desk Volunteer, where you will engage with customers, handle sales, and support our mission. This role offers valuable experience in retail and customer service while making a positive impact in the community. Enjoy benefits like discounts and reimbursement for travel expenses while contributing to a meaningful cause.

Benefits

20% discount on purchases

Opportunities for training and personal development

Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses

Provided lunch for volunteering over 5 hours

Access to discounts with other retailers

Qualifications

• Must be at least 14 years old.
• Commit to a minimum of 3 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Engaging with customers and providing excellent service.
• Operating the till and handling payments.
• Promoting Gift Aid.

Skills

Customer Service

Cash Handling

Job description

Volunteer Retail Assistant - Cash Desk Volunteer

Join Our Team as a Cash Desk Volunteer! Are you looking for a rewarding volunteer opportunity where you can make a difference while developing valuable retail and cashier skills? Join us as a Cash Desk Volunteer and play a crucial role in processing sales, providing excellent customer service, and supporting our mission.

Accountability:Deputy Head of Retail and Head of Retail

Location:Various across Teesside – Acklam, Coulby Newham, Great Ayton, Guisborough, Ingleby Barwick, Linthorpe, Marske, Norton, Redcar, Saltburn, Skelton, Stokesley, Thornaby and Yarm

Time Commitment:Our shops are generally open from 9am to 4.30pm Monday to Saturday. Time commitment and availability can be discussed and agreed with the Shop Manager. Where possible, we ask that all volunteers commit to a minimum of 3 hours per week.

DBS Check needed?No

Age Requirements:From 14 years old plus

Role Summary:As a volunteer cashier, you will be at the heart of our operations, engaging with customers, handling payments, and expressing gratitude to our generous donors. Your responsibilities will include operating the till, answering customer inquiries, promoting Gift Aid, and collaborating with fellow volunteers to ensure efficient operations. This is a customer-focused role where you'll have the opportunity to interact with a diverse range of people and make a positive impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engaging with customers and providing excellent service
• Answering questions from customers, donors, and supporters
• Collaborating with fellow volunteers to ensure efficient operations
• Operating the till and handling payments
• Assisting with administrative tasks and reception duties
• Promoting Gift Aid
• Implementing add-on sales strategies

Benefits:

• 20% discount on purchases made at our shop
• Opportunities for training and personal development
• Reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses
• Provided lunch if you volunteer for more than 5 hours per day
• Access to discounts with other retailers and companies

If you're friendly, reliable, and eager to contribute to our cause, we'd love to have you join our team!

Teesside Hospice is committed to eliminating discrimination and values diversity in the workplace.