As part of our Christmas crew, you’ll be at the heart of our award-winning farm shop helping customers find the perfect gifts, keeping our displays looking beautiful, and spreading seasonal cheer with every interaction. If you love the festive season, thrive in a busy retail environment, and enjoy making people smile, we’d love to have you on our team.
Job Role: Retail Assistant - Farm Shop
Location: The Hollies Farm Shop – Little Budworth
Type of contract: Full-Time - Seasonal/ Christmas Temp
Retailassistantsplayacrucialroleinensuringexcellentcustomerserviceandsmoothstoreoperations,handlingtasksfromcleaning, salessupporttoinventorymanagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet customers warmly and assist with their enquiries
- Provide excellent customer service; comfortable in engaging with customers
- Provide product information and recommendations
- Operate the cash register and handle payments accurately and efficiently
- Maintain clean, organised, and well-stocked shelves
- Maintain a clean, presentable shop, including entrance, floors and till areas
- Receive, unpack, and display merchandise
- Assist with stock control and inventory checks, highlighting shortages
- Handle customer complaints professionally and elevate when necessary
- Follow store policies, procedures, and health & safety guidelines
- Support promotions and sales initiatives
Skills and Qualifications
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Friendly, approachable, and customer-focused attitude
- Ability to work well in a team and independently
- Basic math and cash-handling skills
- Good time management and attention to detail
- To be comfortable to approach Senior members if you have any concerns
- Excellent teamwork skills; often work as part of a team, requiring collaboration with colleagues to meet store goals.
Working Conditions
- Flexible working hours, including weekends and bank holidays
- Fast-paced retail environment
Additional Duties
- Must be flexible to work weekends and across various sites within Cheshire
Job Advert will be reviewed W/C 14th Sep for a Mid September start time.
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Retail Assistant - Farm Shop - Christmas Temp employer: The Hollies Farm Shop
The Hollies Farm Shop offers a unique opportunity for chefs to thrive in a vibrant, family-run environment where creativity and passion for food are celebrated. With a strong focus on employee growth and collaboration, team members enjoy a supportive work culture that values high standards of service and hygiene. Located in a picturesque setting, this role not only allows you to showcase your culinary skills but also to engage with a community that appreciates quality and local produce.
