Retail Assistant - Seasonal

<strong>Job Role:</strong> Retail Assistant<br><br><strong>Location:</strong> The Hollies Farm Shop /Glass House - Little Budworth<br><br><strong>Type of contract:</strong> Part/Full-Time - Seasonal<br><br><strong>Reports to: </strong>Farm Shop Manager<br><br>Retail assistants play a crucial role in ensuring excellent customer service and smoothstore operations, handling tasks from cleaning, sales support to inventory management.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities<br><br></strong><ul><li>Greet customers warmly and assist with their enquiries</li><li>Provide excellent customer service; comfortable in engaging with customers</li><li>Provide product information and recommendations</li><li>Operate the cash register and handle payments accurately and efficiently</li><li>Maintain clean, organised, and well-stocked shelves</li><li>Maintain a clean, presentable shop, including entrance, floors and till areas</li><li>Receive, unpack, and display merchandise</li><li>Assist with stock control and inventory checks, highlighting shortages</li><li>Handle customer complaints professionally and escalate when necessary</li><li>Follow store policies, procedures, and health & safety guidelines</li><li>Support promotions and sales initiatives<br><br></li></ul><strong>Skills And Qualifications<br><br></strong><ul><li>Good communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Friendly, approachable, and customer-focused attitude</li><li>Ability to work well in a team and independently</li><li>Basic math and cash-handling skills</li><li>Good time management and attention to detail</li><li>Excellent teamwork skills; often work as part of a team, requiring collaboration with colleagues to meet store goals.<br><br></li></ul><strong>Working Conditions<br><br></strong><ul><li>Flexible working hours, including weekends and bank holidays</li><li>Standing for extended periods</li><li>Fast-paced retail environment<br><br></li></ul><strong>Additional Duties<br><br></strong><ul><li>Must be flexible to work weekends and across various sites within Cheshire</li><li>Clocking in and out on time<br><br></li></ul>Apply today and join our award winning team.

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