Newsagent/shop Assistant

2 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Maxwells newsagents Full time

Responsibilities:

- Assist customers in the shop and provide excellent customer service
- Maintain a clean and organized shop environment
- Stock shelves with stock rotation and ensure products are properly displayed
- Operate cash register and handle transactions accurately
- Answer customer inquiries and provide product information
- Be able to work alone (after training) in a sometimes fast paced environment

Qualifications:

- Must have previous experience in a retail role (newsagents experience is a bonus) and be able to provide references from a previous employer doing a similar retail role
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with customers and team members
- Early mornings (6am start) will be required so good time keeping and reliability is a must.
- Priority will be given to people living close by as cover may be required at short notice
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Attention to detail and accuracy in cash handling

We are looking for someone wanting a part time permanent position, would suit a fit/active retired/semi-retired person, minimum of 1 day per week (Wednesday 11 hours) with Monday and Tuesday 11 hours available if required, cover for holidays/staff illness would also be required so no other commitments (no college/university students)

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £10.42 per hour

Expected hours: 11 - 30 per week

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Manchester: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- Do you have any other commitments on any day/time you would not be able to cover if required at short notice?

**Experience**:

- Retail: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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