General Assistant | Phillips Street

Job Role

Do you want to be part of something different, unique, meaningful, giving you a real sense of purpose, pride and belonging, then come and join the Co-operative Society, were Co-operation, Openness, Passion, Empowerment and Recognition are our values and our People are at the heart of our stores. 

We are looking for a General Assistant to join our team at Phillips Street Food Store.

Do you have a can-do attitude and enjoy working as part of a highly motivated busy team, if this sounds like you, come and join us. 

Our General Assistants play a key role in attaining the highest possible standards of customer service, merchandising and all shop floor duties to maximise sales while working within the Aims and Values of the Society. 

What will I do:

1. Advising and serving customers
2. Moving and Replenishing stock
3. Processing transactions on the checkouts
4. Supporting colleagues as part of a good team work ethic 
5. Maintaining a clean, hygienic and uncluttered working area
6. Provide great customer service

What do I need:

1. Great Customer Service skills
2. A can-do attitude and a great team player
3. Excellent attention to detail
4. Have a passion for food
5. Ability to work on own or within a team
6. Good written and verbal English

Previous experience is desired, however, it is not essential as full training will be provided.  

In return we offer:

1. £12.77 per hour +10% Sunday Rate with no experience, £13.11 per hour + 10% Sunday Rate with experience 
2. 10% staff discount across all food, non-food, online grocery, fuel and pharmacy
3. Ad hoc staff double discount weekends throughout the year
4. Secondary card holder
5. Discretionary bonus
6. Pension Scheme with Co-op contribution up to 10%
7. 24-hr access to free health and wellbeing support 
8. Generous holiday allowance
9. Personal development plan, coaching and mentoring
10. A range of other discounts 

This role can be physically challenging at times and involves reaching, bending and lifting of stock and standing for long periods of time, but what you give in enthusiasm we'll return to you in full with training and other benefits and rewards, including colleague discount.

If you have less than five years residency status, you may be considered for full time roles. If you've lived more than five years on the island, you may apply for part time roles

EU settled status document will be required from those holding an EU passport

Bonus: Ability to work flexible working patterns as the role may include weekends

Interested? Ready to join us?

To apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button below.

For further information, please contact our HR team on tel 879822 or email us today.

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