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Retail Assistant

3 months ago

Paignton, Torbay, United Kingdom Wild Planet Trust Full time

About us:

Wild Planet Trust is a registered education, scientific and conservation charity established in 1957 and based in Devon, UK. We own two zoos in south west England, plus two local nature reserves and a National Nature Reserve.

We support conservation in the United Kingdom and overseas using funds generated by the people who visit the zoos and the expertise and dedication of our staff.


Paignton Zoo first opened its doors as the Torbay Zoological Gardens in years later, our site, and work, has grown considerably and we are now one of the South West's largest conservation organisations and top visitor attractions.

There are over 230 species of animal that call Paignton Zoo home. As well as being a zoo, we're also a botanical garden with over 4,000 species on record.


We have an exciting opportunity for a Retail Assistant to join our Retail team on a fixed term contract for our 2024 season.

Hours will be variable to meet the demands of the business and our opening times. Working hours will vary over a 7 day rota, including weekends and bank holidays. The salary for this position is national minimum wage.

What will this role involve?


You will be responsible for the efficient and effective processing of visitors purchases and assisting in maintaining a high level of merchandise presentation.

The role involves selling a range of gifts and souvenirs to our visitors, processing these through the till accurately. You will also assist with stock replenishment to ensure correct stock levels throughout the day.

What skills and experience are required?
Experience of merchandising, using a till and providing excellent customer service would be beneficial.

Benefits of joining our team include:

  • 33 days paid holiday pro-rata (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
  • Branded uniform provided (as required)
  • Relevant internal and external training provided
  • Free entry to our zoos for staff and immediate family
  • Complimentary tickets
  • Discounts in our Catering and Retail outlets (as applicable)
  • Free staff parking
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Access to Headspace Premium App
  • Employee Discounts Platform

Job Types:
Fixed term contract, Zero hours contract

Contract length: 3-4 months

Pay:
£6.40-£11.44 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Store discount

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Weekend availability

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location:
In person

Application deadline: 31/05/2024

Reference ID:
SRA/VS/0524