SPAR Lostock Hall, Lansdown Garage, Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Job Description
Posted Friday 15 May 2026 at 00:00
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the communities we serve.
We’re proud of the impact our stores have locally and remain committed to continued growth and investment in the future.
Contract Type: Permanent / Part Time
Hours of work: 24 hours per week
About the Role
As a Deli Assistant, you’ll be right at the heart of delivering great service and great food to our customers. You’ll prepare and serve a variety of freshly made products, from ready-to-go items to delicious made-to-order options. Working as part of a supportive team, you’ll help create a welcoming environment while keeping our high standards of food quality, safety, and presentation.
Here’s What You Can Expect to be Doing
* Providing friendly, helpful service and sharing product knowledge with customers
* Preparing, baking, and presenting our tasty range of deli products
* Ensuring shelves and counters are fully stocked and attractively displayed
* Following food safety standards including allergen awareness, labelling, and audits
* Keeping equipment and work areas clean, safe, and sanitised at all times
A Few Things About You
We’re looking for people who are enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about great customer service. Ideally, you will also be:
* Friendly and approachable, with a positive attitude
* Hardworking and dependable, with good attention to detail
* Flexible and able to adapt in a busy environment
* Willing to learn and follow food safety and hygiene standards
* A great team player who enjoys working with others
Why Join Us?
We believe in rewarding our colleagues. That’s why when you join us, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, personal growth, and loyalty.
Loyalty Pay
Celebrate your work anniversary with a little extra! You’ll earn an additional £0.55 per hour over the financial year, with the hourly amount increasing the longer you stay with us. Your total is paid as a lump sum in the month following your anniversary.
20% Staff Discount
Enjoy 20% off your shopping in our company-owned SPAR stores — perfect for those everyday essentials and treats.
Pension & Life Insurance
You will be enrolled into the Nest pension scheme. After two years of service, you will also receive life insurance cover, offering added security for you and your loved ones.
Learning & Development
Whether you're looking to build your career or gain new skills, our in-house team will support you with fully funded, accredited training and industry-recognised qualifications.
Grocery Aid Support
Access free, confidential, 24/7 support through Grocery Aid — offering expert advice and help on everything from mental health and financial concerns to legal issues and family support.
For more information about us and the benefits we offer, please head over to our careers page.
Please note if we receive a high number of applicants, we may close the advert early. We advise interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to avoid disappointment.
SPAR Lostock Hall, Lansdown Garage, Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom
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