Retail Assistant

Job Description

Location: Eastbury, Northwood, HA6 3HP
Hours: 40 hours per week, working 5 days over 7
Contract: Full Time
Rate of Pay: £13.45 per hour

We are currently recruiting for a friendly and customer-focused Shop Assistant to join our retail team at Eastbury, Northwood. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced retail environment, delivering excellent customer service, and helping to create a welcoming shopping experience for every customer.

What's in it for you?

• Full-time position working 40 hours per week over 5 days out of 7
• Discounted meals
• Free gym membership
• Free secure on-site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme and online GP access
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy additional leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Apprenticeship schemes to support your career progression
• Excellent career prospects within Aramark as we love to promote from within
• A supportive and inclusive working environment

What you'll be doing

• Serving customers and providing a friendly, professional service
• Processing transactions and payments accurately through the till system
• Keeping shelves fully stocked and ensuring displays are well presented
• Receiving deliveries and managing stock levels effectively
• Monitoring product availability and reporting stock shortages where necessary
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and tidy retail environment
• Following food hygiene, health and safety, and company procedures at all times
• Supporting the opening and closing of the retail unit
• Assisting with merchandising and promotional displays
• Working as part of a team to ensure excellent customer satisfaction

Qualifications

What we're looking for

• Previous retail or customer service experience is desirable but not essential
• Full training will be provided
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and occasionally on your own
• Positive, enthusiastic, and reliable approach to work
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy retail environment
• Flexible approach to working hours and business needs
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of service and presentation

Additional Information

Additional Requirements

• Must have lived in the UK for the past 3 years
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK
• Must be able to successfully pass full security vetting
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBS check

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.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment 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 that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

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

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Company Description

At Aramark, we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing, a role at Aramark can help you reach your full potential.