At a Glance
- Tasks: Help keep shelves stocked and assist with online orders in a vibrant supermarket environment.
- Company: Join the UK's largest employee-owned business, Waitrose & Partners.
- Benefits: Earn £13.00 per hour, plus a night premium of £3.75 for late shifts.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive team culture and opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on customer experiences while working flexible hours.
- Qualifications: Great communication skills and a passion for food are essential.
The predicted salary is between 13 - 13 £ per hour.
As a Supermarket Assistant, you'll help our difference be felt by our customers on every visit, providing the Partner-led service and passion for food that our competitors can't compete with - passionate Partners serving food lovers! Your drive to go the extra mile will make all the difference to the impression our customers have about the Waitrose brand and keep them returning again and again by earning their trust and loyalty for a lifetime.
In addition to your contractual pay, any time worked between 22:00 - 06:00 will attract Night Premium at a rate of £3.75 per hour. This will also apply to existing Partners who have enrolled onto Enhanced Hours Premium arrangements. Due to working time regulations, applicants must be 18 years or over to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
- Stock replenishment - ensuring our shelves remain as full as possible and products are in the right place at the right time for our customers.
- Fulfilling online customer orders ready for our drivers to deliver their shopping direct to their doors.
- Reducing wastage by following product due diligence and markdowns to those reaching their sell by dates.
- Working with the wider shop team to support when needed including; checkout support, managing Click & Collect orders, fulfilling on-demand customer orders and more.
- Maintain a safe and tidy working environment with general shopkeeping tasks.
Essential skills/experience you’ll need:
- Communication skills to enable you to work effectively as part of a team and with our customers.
Desirable skills/experience you may have:
- Experience of working in a customer facing role is welcomed.
- Up to date knowledge and strong interest in food and drink trends.
- Flexible approach to ensure the support of the whole branch.
Closing Date: September 7, 2026
Pay: £13.00 (£13.25 After 90 days)
Contract Type: Temporary
Hours of Work: Varied hours part time work (22.5 hours per week) across seven days, including weekends, between the hours of 22:00-06:00.
Job Level: Partnership Level 10
Where You'll Be Working: Thame (Waitrose & Partners), Greyhound Lane, Thame, Oxfordshire, OX9 3ZD
Night Replenishment, Supermarket Assistant in Thame employer: John Lewis plc
John Lewis Waitrose & Partners is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and customer service. With flexible part-time hours and a night premium for late shifts, employees enjoy a balanced work-life experience while contributing to a community-focused environment in Locks Heath. Opportunities for personal growth and development are encouraged, making it a rewarding place to build a career in retail and delivery.
