Overview
Working in our stores this Christmas: Could you be one of our Christmas champions this year? Whether you’re a Nut Roast Navigator, or a Mince Pie Magician, bring your energy into this season and help us create the best Christmas possible for our customers.
Our stores are fast-paced environments where no two days are the same, especially during our busiest and most magical time of the year. As one of our Food Services Assistants, you’ll be a Christmas Champion that ensures our stores are set up brilliantly to provide our customers with a range of great tasting products.
Eligibility
* You must be above the school-leaver age in your country (School leaving age - GOV.UK)
* You must have Right to Work eligibility in the UK
* If shifts cover hours earlier than 6am or later than 11pm, you will need to be at least 18 years of age
What you’ll be doing
* Preparing, packing and displaying a range of breads, pastries, sweet treats, hot foods and seasonal items so they are enticing for our customers
* Complying with food safety and hygiene standards by checking food temperatures, date checking products, disposing of waste and cleaning the food areas
* Be tuned in to what our customers want and be on hand to serve them brilliantly, supporting with any questions, and proactively offering help
* Replenishing stock to maintain availability and keeping our shelves tidy and well-presented
* Build knowledge about our products, services and promotions to provide recommendations
* Work flexibly across the store as required
What makes a great Sainsbury’s Colleague
* Friendly and welcoming with a genuine enthusiasm for helping customers and a passion for food
* Thrives in a fast-paced, physical and high-energy environment and enjoys being part of a team
* Takes responsibility for owning tasks and uses initiative to solve problems
* Willing to work flexibly across the store to a high standard and be fully trained in a variety of skills
* Comfortable learning to use new digital tools and technology
* Great attention to detail, keeping the store clean and creating the best shopping experience for customers
Rewards and Benefits
* Discount card – 10% off at Sainsbury’s, Argos, Tu, and Habitat after four weeks, increasing to 15% discount at Sainsbury’s every Friday and Saturday, and 15% off at Argos every payday
* Free food and hot drinks for colleagues in all stores
* Generous holiday entitlement based on hours worked, plus maternity and paternity leave
* Pension – employer contributions matched between 4-7.5%
* Sainsbury’s share schemes – discounted share purchases
* Shopping discounts on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, vouchers and more
* Wellbeing support – including free access to the Employee Assistance Programme
Note: Whilst many roles are temporary over the festive period, there may also be permanent opportunities. Please check the contract type and schedule hours before applying.
Additional information
An inclusive place to work and shop. We are dedicated to being a truly inclusive retailer, where every colleague can achieve their full potential and every customer feels welcome. We offer development opportunities, including mentorship, training, and career progression pathways, and celebrate diversity through initiatives and events. If you would like to learn more about our inclusivity commitment, please review our information.
Should you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please let us know and we will endeavour to support you.
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