Aramark UK are currently recruiting for a Retail Assistant to join our team at Harlow Hill, NE15 0RF. This is a fantastic opportunity for a friendly and enthusiastic individual who enjoys delivering excellent customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.
The Role
As a Retail Assistant, you will play an important role in the day-to-day running of our retail operation, ensuring customers receive a welcoming and efficient service. You will be responsible for serving customers, replenishing stock, maintaining store standards and supporting the team to create a positive shopping experience.
Key Responsibilities
Providing excellent customer service and creating a welcoming environment
Operating tills and processing customer purchases accurately
Replenishing shelves and ensuring products are attractively displayed
Monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages where necessary
Assisting with deliveries and stock rotation
Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation throughout the store
Following all company policies, including age-restricted sales procedures
Supporting the wider team to ensure the smooth operation of the retail outlet
What's in it for You?
£12.71 per hour
18 hours per week
Access to our Employee Benefits app, including online GP services, an Employee Assistance Programme and hundreds of retail discounts
Company pension contributions
Life assurance
Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more
Excellent training and development opportunities
Apprenticeship schemes available
Fantastic career progression opportunities, as we LOVE to promote from within
Be part of a talented and supportive team
What We're Looking For
Previous retail or customer service experience is desirable but not essential
Friendly and approachable with excellent customer service skills
Confident handling cash and operating tills
Good communication and teamwork skills
Reliable and flexible approach to work
Ability to work in a busy environment and prioritise tasks effectively
Basic understanding of stock management and merchandising principles
Additional Requirements
Employment is subject to satisfactory right to work checks.
A Basic DBS check is required for this role.
Due to the sale of age-restricted products, applicants must be 18 years of age or over.
At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.  
As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey. 
We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.  
We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk 
Any offer of employment for this role will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to the clearance level associated with the role.  
Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential. 
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Description provided by Aramark via its job board.