Job Description

Temporary Sales Staff - Winchester Christmas Market

Job Summary

Catherine's Originals is looking for two enthusiastic and reliable sales assistants to join our team at the renowned Winchester Christmas Market. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a busy, festive environment, representing a vibrant artisan chocolate brand.

Key Responsibilities

Open and close the chalet punctually each day in line with market regulations. Deliver excellent customer service by engaging with visitors and answering questions confidently. Achieve daily sales targets and actively promote the products. Hand out samples in a professional and welcoming manner. Represent Catherine's Originals with energy, positivity, and professionalism at all times. Keep the chalet clean and tidy at all times

What We're Looking For

Experience in customer-facing roles, ideally in a retail or events environment. Proven ability to work to sales targets in busy, high-footfall locations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A punctual, reliable, and proactive attitude. Ability to stay upbeat and approachable in a fast-paced environment.

Logistics

Must live in or near Winchester to ensure punctual arrival (the market enforces penalties for late openings/early closures). Availability for the full contract period:

21st November - 22nd December 2025

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Shift Patterns

Person 1:

Monday (9am-6pm), Thursday (9am-7pm), Friday (9am-8pm), Saturday (9am-8pm), Sunday (9am-6pm).

Person 2:

Tuesday (9am-6pm), Wednesday (9am-6pm), Thursday (9am-7pm), Friday (9am-8pm), Saturday (9am-8pm).

Why Join Us?

Be part of one of the UK's most loved Christmas Markets Gain valuable retail and sales experience during the festive season. Represent a fast-growing chocolate brand with a strong ethical focus.

Salary

14 per hour. 10% bonus on the total amount sold above target.
Job Type: Temporary
Contract length: 31 days

Pay: 14.00 per hour

Expected hours: 27 - 57 per week

Work Location: In person