Part Time Produce Assistant

Job Description

Part Time Produce Assistant, Alternating Sundays 7am – 5:30pm, Mondays 7am-3:30pm, Wednesdays 7am – 3:30pm. Additional hours available for holiday cover.

Full UK Drivers License essential to this role.

Please note this role will required fork lift training.

Job Overview
As a Produce Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the freshness and quality of our produce section. Your responsibilities will include assisting customers with their selections, maintaining the presentation of the produce displays, and ensuring that all products meet our high standards. This position requires strong communication skills and a passion for customer service.

Duties

• Assist customers in selecting fresh fruits and vegetables, providing knowledgeable recommendations.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organisation of the produce section, ensuring all items are displayed attractively.
• Monitor product quality and freshness, removing any items that do not meet company standards.
• Engage with customers to promote sales through effective upselling techniques.
• Handle customer inquiries and provide excellent service to enhance their shopping experience.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient operations within the department.
• Perform basic stock management tasks, including receiving deliveries and replenishing stock as needed.
• Fork Lift License handy, but not essential but you will need to part take in fork lift training.

Skills

• Strong time management skills to prioritise tasks efficiently during busy periods.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to engage effectively with customers and colleagues.
• Strong organisation skills

Please note this is a manual role, including lifting and working within chillers and freezers. The ideal candidate will be willing to undertake fork lift training too, as this is an essential part of the role for taking deliveries in.

Full UK Drivers License Required.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £8.60-£11.45 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Store discount

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person