Job Description

Job Introduction

25 hours per week

5 over 7 per week including weekends

Shifts - Earlies 06:00-11:00, Mid 11:15-16:15, Late 13:00-18:00 & Close 17:15-22:15

12.21 per hour

Free Car parking

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Reta Assistant - Sodexo | Merville Barracks, Circular Road South, Colchester, Essex CO2 7UT

Join our team at Sodexo as a Retail Assistant and play a key role in keeping our convenience store running smoothly! Whether you're looking for your first job or bringing retail experience, we'd love to hear from you.
This customer-facing role gives you the chance to interact daily with Armed Forces personnel, making a real difference in their day. At Sodexo, you'll be part of something greater--working with purpose and growing in your own way.
What You'll Do:Serve customers with a friendly, professional approach Operate tills and handle transactions efficiently Manage stock, including receiving deliveries, restocking, and rotation Support promotions and loyalty programs Maintain store cleanliness and uphold hygiene standards Ensure responsible retailing by verifying ID for restricted items

What You Bring:Must be 18 or over to sell restricted items Retail experience? Great! No experience? We'll provide full training. Sales awareness - contribute to store performance and cost control Product knowledge - understand what we sell and how it benefits customers Digital know-how - use store systems and applications confidently Customer-first attitude - spot selling opportunities and adapt to their needs A flexible mindset - thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment

What we offer:On-the-job training with experienced professionals Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications Career development opportunities within Sodexo A friendly and supportive work environment Wellbeing Support - Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme. Financial Benefits - Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit. Career Growth - Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities. * Work Perks - Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.