Retail Assistant - Farm Shop - Christmas Temp

As part of our Christmas crew, you'll be at the heart of our award-winning farm shop helping customers find the perfect gifts, keeping our displays looking beautiful, and spreading seasonal cheer with every interaction. If you love the festive season, thrive in a busy retail environment, and enjoy making people smile, we'd love to have you on our team.

Job Role: Retail Assistant - Farm Shop

Location: The Hollies Farm Shop - Little Budworth

Type of contract: Full-Time - Seasonal/ Christmas Temp

Retailassistantsplayacrucialroleinensuringexcellentcustomerserviceandsmoothstoreoperations,handlingtasksfromcleaning, salessupporttoinventorymanagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet customers warmly and assist with their enquiries
• Provide excellent customer service; comfortable in engaging with customers
• Provide product information and recommendations
• Operate the cash register and handle payments accurately and efficiently
• Maintain clean, organised, and well-stocked shelves
• Maintain a clean, presentable shop, including entrance, floors and till areas
• Receive, unpack, and display merchandise
• Assist with stock control and inventory checks, highlighting shortages
• Handle customer complaints professionally and elevate when necessary
• Follow store policies, procedures, and health & safety guidelines
• Support promotions and sales initiatives

Skills and Qualifications

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Friendly, approachable, and customer-focused attitude
• Ability to work well in a team and independently
• Basic math and cash-handling skills
• Good time management and attention to detail
• To be comfortable to approach Senior members if you have any concerns
• Excellent teamwork skills; often work as part of a team, requiring collaboration with colleagues to meet store goals.

Working Conditions

• Flexible working hours, including weekends and bank holidays
• Fast-paced retail environment

Additional Duties

• Must be flexible to work weekends and across various sites within Cheshire

Job Advert will be reviewed W/C 14th Sep for a Mid September start time.