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SPAR Kenton - Retail Assistant Newcastle upon Tyne, England

James Hall & Co

Full Time Newcastle upon Tyne, England 18035 - 18749 GBP ANNUAL Today

Job description

SPAR Retail Assistant

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours of work: 16 hours per week

Location: SPAR Kenton, 37-39 Halewood Avenue, Kenton, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 3RX

Salary: Competitive

Job Overview

A Bit About Us

James Hall & Co. Ltd traces its roots back to 1863 when founder James Hall opened a bacon cutting business and retail shop in Southport, Lancashire. James Hall Group of Companies has operated in Lancashire for over 150 years. We believe that our success is due to the team work, skills and commitment of our employees.

G&E Murgatroyd Ltd. & G&E Murgatroyd NECS Ltd. are the Company Owned Stores divisions of James Hall & Co. Ltd. We currently operate over 150 SPAR stores across the North of England, which include Petrol filling stations, Post Offices, Butchery Units and Deli’s. We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic individual to join our sales team as a Retail Assistant.

More About the Role

As a Retail Assistant you will be at the forefront of our stores driving customer service. It is your job to provide help and assistance to the customer to ensure they find everything they need whilst they are in our store.

Here’s What You Can Expect to be Doing

Maximise sales by delivering excellent customer service
Controlling costs and waste
Till operation and cash handling
Controlling and replenishing stock levels
Maintaining security within the store according to Company procedures
Ensuring that all store standards including customer service, health and safety, and food and hygiene are maintained
General cleaning duties
To maintain and up date administration in accordance with existing procedures

A Few Things About You

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Product Knowledge is essential
Be helpful and friendly and feel comfortable working with the public
To be enthusiastic, committed and self motivated
Adopts a ‘can do’ attitude to challenging situations
Have a flexible approach to working hours
To be able to work as part of a team but also on their own initiative
Previous experience in retail is preferred but not essential
GCSE Maths and English at grade C or level 4 (or equivalent)

Why Choose James Hall Group of Companies?

All James Hall Group of Companies have a similar culture and our way of doing things is vital to our success. We’re passionate people, determined to do whatever’s necessary to make our customers happy.

Great People Deserve Great Things

As a member of our retail division, you can take full advantage of our benefits package, which includes: