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Tesco Colleague - Lincoln 2 Extra
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Tesco Colleague - Lincoln 2 Extra
Store Colleague Role
About the Role
Tesco’s Store Colleague role is varied, fast-paced, and built for those who thrive on serving customers with passion. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a team, support the community, and play your part in helping Tesco remain customers’ favourite way to shop. You’ll meet diverse people, develop new skills, and contribute to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome.
- Cornerstone of Customer Service: Your role revolves around serving customers with enthusiasm and pride.
- Product Expertise: Deep knowledge of store products and services is key to delivering outstanding service.
- Multi-Tasking: Operate across different store areas—customer service, picking/packing, and stock replenishment—depending on needs.
- Inclusivity & Community: Engage in seasonal events, charity work, and team activities to create a welcoming atmosphere.
- Performance Focus: Understand store metrics, reduce waste, and drive sales while ensuring every customer experience is exceptional.
The role requires flexibility, proactive decision-making, and a commitment to Tesco’s values.
Availability Window
As a Store Colleague, you’ll be scheduled within the following hours of availability (adjustments may apply with prior discussion):
| Day | From Time | To Time |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | 06:00 | 12:00 |
| Monday | 06:00 | 12:00 |
| Tuesday | [Not specified; assume repeat weekly]* | [Outside provided range; contact for full schedule] |
| Wednesday | 06:00 | 12:00 |
| Thursday | 06:00 | 12:00 |
| Friday | 06:00 | 12:00 |
| Saturday | 06:00 | 12:00 |
*Notes: Tesco schedules shifts within availability—3 weeks’ notice is provided for shifts. If your required hours are close but not exact, we’ll still consider you!
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Payment: Colleague rate varies—minimum £13.28/hour, rising to £14.55/hour within M25 stores. Additional payments for location-specific roles may apply. Guaranteed hours: 16–12+ flexible weekly hours, tailored to availability.
What You’ll Do
- Customer-First: Serve customers with pride and passion, building relationships and ensuring great experiences.
- Adaptability: Cover multiple areas—checkouts, aisles, restocking, and events.
- Replenishment & Quality: Handle products with care to reduce waste and uphold Tesco standards.
- Autonomy in Decisions: Make customer-focused choices daily, such as adjustments to operations due to demand.
- Seasonal & Community Involvement: Participate in marketing activities, charity events, and staff initiatives.
- Solidarity & Growth: Collaborate to drive store performance—sales, service, and sustainability targets.
- Delivery Assist: Support deliveries on occasion—communication determines availability.
Requirements
- Availability: Flexibility to meet 6 AM–12 PM weekday/workday attendance (negotiable—discuss adjustments).
- Team Skills: Work well within a team—open communication, team-building, and celebration of wins.
- Empathy & Enthusiasm: Greet customers warmly, maintain polished appearance, and become a brand ambassador.
- Minimal Age: 18+ (exception for specific roles e.g. bakery/warehouse).
- Attitude & Dynamism: Proactive, customer-centric, and comfortable in fast-paced environments.
Your Rewards: Benefits
Are you rewarded at Tesco? √ • Holidays start at 20 days + 1 personal day (northern England: 27 days). Increases to 22 days after 12 months (plus Bank holidays). √ • Flexible Working Requests: From day one—align benefits to your lifestyle. √ • Tesco Colleague Discounts: 10% off shopping on a standard earn card; 15% off on payday weekends (savings up to £2,000/year). Extra card for family. √ • Wellbeing Support: Free resources covering mental, physical health, and life goals. √ • Insurance & Pensions: Life cover—5x your annual pay. Award-winning pension plan—up to 7.5% employer contribution. √ • Personalised Perks: Choose benefits like discounts, share options, or cycle-to-work schemes. √ • Uniforms & Support: Clothing provided for the role and provisions for life events. √ • Diverse Networks: Connect with colleagues from all backgrounds to share ideas and work collaboratively. √ • Guided Progression: Pathways to develop and advance in-store and beyond.
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About Tesco
Tesco’s mission:
“Serving our customers, communities, and planet a little better every day.”
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) are vital—regardless of background, you belong here.
- Rainbow Flag Training: Workshops enhance inclusivity.
- Flexible Working: Login to discuss your needs—becoming a parent/returning to work? Adapting to later career changes? Tesco’s with you.
- Disability Confident Leader: Accredited champion for fair recruitment and support.
Important notes:
- Age threshold: School-leaver age applies (contacts for different regions).
- Min 18 requirement: To apply for roles needing early-morning (6 AM) or evening shifts (>9:45 PM).
- Time-sensitive process: Roles close to manage application volume; interviews grant individual feedback.
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