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Retail Assistant


Company : - Jobboard


Location : Colchester, England


Created : 2025-08-10


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

25 hours per week5 over 7 days, including weekendsShifts:Earlies 06:00-11:00, Mid 11:15-16:15, Late 13:00-18:00, Close 17:15-22:15£12.21 per hourFree Car ParkingCheck your local transport links here:Plan Your Journey | Traveline– input the destination as Colchester, CO2 7UTJob Description: Retail Assistant – Sodexo | Merville Barracks, Circular Road South, Colchester, Essex CO2 7UTJoin 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 approachOperate tills and handle transactions efficientlyManage stock, including receiving deliveries, restocking, and rotationSupport promotions and loyalty programsMaintain store cleanliness and uphold hygiene standardsEnsure responsible retailing by verifying ID for restricted itemsWhat You Bring:Must be 18 or over to sell restricted itemsRetail experience? Great! No experience? We’ll provide full training.Sales awareness – contribute to store performance and cost controlProduct knowledge – understand what we sell and how it benefits customersDigital know-how – use store systems and applications confidentlyCustomer-first attitude – spot selling opportunities and adapt to their needsA flexible mindset – thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environmentWhat we offer:On-the-job training with experienced professionalsFully funded apprenticeship qualificationsCareer development opportunities within SodexoA friendly and supportive work environmentWellbeing Support – unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance ProgrammeFinancial Benefits – discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefitCareer Growth – apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunitiesWork Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform#J-18808-Ljbffr