Farmfoods
Retail Assistant - Part Time
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Retail Assistant – Shop in Brownhills, West Midlands
Hours: 16 hours per week across 4 days (minimum) Pay: £10.95–£12.81 per hour (depending on age)
Benefits:
- 6 weeks’ holiday per year
- 15% staff discount across 300+ shops
- Smart uniform
- Free life assurance
- Staff benefits (virtual GP, cinema tickets, gym membership, days out, travel discounts)
- Training and development opportunities
- Improved career progression within the company
About the Role
We are seeking a permanent, part-time Retail Assistant for our Brownhills store. Perfect for students, parents or those looking for flexible work, this position offers shifts across a mix of weekdays and weekends.
Pay & Benefits Overview
Your hourly rate depends on your age:
- Ages 16-20: £10.95/hour
- Ages 21+: £12.81/hour
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Additionally, you’ll receive:
- 6 weeks’ annual paid holiday
- Training & career development
- Discounts on food, household goods and entertainment
- Health and wellness benefits
Key Responsibilities
As a Retail Assistant, you’ll:
✅ Greet customers warmly, offering assistance and great service ✅ Help shoppers locate products and speed up checkout processes ✅ Pack bags courteously and ensure a polished, efficient stockroom operation ✅ Handle deliveries, stock efficiently, and maintain store cleanliness ✅ Collaborate with the team to fulfil daily weekly tasks ✅ Uphold safety and hygiene standards
Requirements
✔ Friendly, proactive, and hardworking attitude ✔ Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments ⚡ Reliability and flexibility – rota shifts guaranteed 3 weeks ahead ✔ Open to adjusting hours when needed
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Career Opportunities
This role is ideal for:
- Students seeking flexible work around studies
- Parents of young families looking for meaningful part-time employment
We actively promote career progression within the business, allowing employees to move into Shop Manager, Area Management, or central support roles after successful performance.
About Us
Farmfoods is a family-run business driven by a mission: to offer premium household products at unbeatable prices through an old-fashioned, genuine, and friendly shopping experience.
Our Retail Assistants are central to our reputation. Every shift you commit to strengthens the trust our customers place in our brand.
Contract Status: PTRA (Permanent Part Time Retail Assistant) Hours: 16 Days: 4
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