Retail Assistant
Grantham
£12.21-£12.50 p.h.
* Do you enjoy working with quality food and sharing your knowledge with customers?
* Are you looking for a role that’s about more than just scanning items at a till?
* Would you like to work in a truly unique setting with heritage and luxury at its heart?
If you’ve answered yes, this could be the perfect role for you!
The Company:
We are seeking an enthusiastic Retail Assistant to join a busy farm shop team near Grantham. This is not your usual retail job, you’ll be working in a heritage setting, serving at fresh food counters, and helping customers discover exceptional products.
Your role will be varied and hands-on, one moment you’ll be preparing the fresh meat and cheese counters, the next you’ll be advising customers on seasonal produce or helping to merchandise a display. Above all, you’ll provide a welcoming, knowledgeable service that makes every customer feel valued.
Role & Responsibilities of Retail Assistant:
* Serve customers at fresh counters with confidence and excellent product knowledge.
* Support stock management: rotation, pricing, displays, and ordering.
* Ensure high standards of food safety, hygiene, and personal presentation.
* Maximise sales through upselling, cross-selling, and engaging product advice.
* Keep accurate records and support smooth day-to-day running of the shop.
About You as the Retail Assistant:
* Experience in food retail, hospitality, or fresh produce (deli, bakery, butchery, cheese, café, farm shop, or similar).
* Passionate about great food and confident engaging with customers.
* Organised, reliable, and able to maintain high standards under pressure.
* Food Hygiene Level 3 is desirable but not essential (training can be provided).
* Able to travel to a rural location (own transport required).
Role Details:
* The farm shop is open 7 days per week (9am-5pm), this role will be working 5 days per week including weekends.
* The location is rural, therefore a driver’s licence will be required for accessibility (there are no local transport routes).
* Role would be suitable for a personable and presentable individual who is keen to work in a luxury farm shop with a background working at independent stores, farm shops, garden centres etc.
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