Customer Service Assistant - Fermoy

BOYLE Sports; Fermoy; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

BoyleSports in Fermoy is recruiting a Customer Service Assistant to support the Shop Manager and team, delivering outstanding customer experiences in a fast-paced retail setting.

You will handle bets through EPOS, ensure shop standards, and participate in opening/closing duties. The role offers training and progression opportunities within the company. A keen interest in sport and betting, strong numeracy, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Customer service oriented with the ability to handle transactions accurately.
• Excellent numerical and cash handling skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexibly across seven days.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Shop Manager with the day-to-day running of the shop.
• Guide shop operations in the absence of management, including opening/closing.
• Manage and coach shop team and cash procedures.
• Provide outstanding customer experience and promote the BoyleSports brand.
• Accept bets and process transactions via EPOS and terminals.
• Represent the brand and engage customers in the multi-channel betting journey.
• Maintain shop presentation and compliance with safety procedures.
• Work as part of a team and take initiative for improvement.

Skills

Customer service

Integrity

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Sporting knowledge

Job description

Job Title: Customer Service Assistant

Department: Retail

Reporting to: Shop Manager

Location: Fermoy

Role Purpose

You will be responsible for providing an outstanding customer experience for our customers through a helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable approach. The day to day of the role will be to assist the Shop Manager and team with the smooth running of the store ensuring high standards are maintained throughout the day whilst accepting and paying out bets and delivering excellent customer service. The role encompasses the duty of opening and closing the business and on occasion you may be required to manage the operations of the shop.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Shop Manager and Assistant Manager with the day to day running of the shop.
• Step up and guide shop operations in the absence of the Shop and Assistant Manager including being responsible for:
• Opening and closing the shop
• Managing and guiding the shop team
• Cash management procedures
• You will have the opportunity to manage on occasion which will lead to further development opportunities.
• Ability to combine working in a fast-paced retail environment whilst undertaking training/on the job supports to continuously upskill and progress within the company.
• Responsible for providing an outstanding customer experience for customers through a helpful, friendly and knowledgeable approach.
• Accept bets as per procedure, accurately taking and processing customer bets through multiple channels which include but not limited to betting terminals and in shop transactions through the EPOS System in timely manner.
• To act as a Brand Ambassador including introducing customers to the multi-channel/digital journey.
• Ability to work under pressure and remaining calm whilst constantly looking for ways to improve yourself and the shop.
• Keeping and maintaining shop presentation standards to a high quality throughout your working day.
• Ensure that all procedures (safety, compliance and shop operations) are always followed.
• Passionate about working within a team environment.
• Adhere to Social Responsibility duties.

Knowledge, Skills And Experience

Essential Skills and Experience

• Customer service focused
• Operate with trust and integrity
• Flexibility as business operates 7 days a week
• Be adaptable to shop environment
• Great attention to detail and strong numeracy skills
• An enthusiastic people person who can work on own initiative and as part of a team
• A keen interest in Sporting industry/events and being confident to build rapport and relationships with customers.
• Ambitious and driven to progress within the company
• To promote the company brand and be results focused
• Excellent communication skills
• Problem solve and think creatively
• Be organised, reliable and dependable
• A proven good cash handing approach

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Industry/Retail experience is welcomed but not essential as full training provided to expand your knowledge base on all things sport and betting related.

BoyleSports are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.