Retail Assistant

Sodexo France; Preston Crowmarsh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading service organization is seeking a Retail Assistant to support operations at their convenience store. The position involves serving customers, managing stock, and maintaining hygiene standards. Candidates must be 18 and over, and those without retail experience are welcome as full training will be provided. Offering a supportive work environment and various perks, this role promises opportunities for personal and professional growth within the company.

Benefits

Free car parking on site

10% staff discount in on-site shop

Discounted gym membership

Unlimited online wellbeing resources

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or over to sell restricted items.
• Retail experience preferred but not required; training provided.
• Understand product benefits for customers.

Responsibilities

• Serve customers with a friendly, professional approach.
• Operate tills and handle transactions efficiently.
• Manage stock, including receiving deliveries and restocking.

Skills

Customer-first attitude

Digital know-how

Sales awareness

Flexible mindset

Job description

• 30 hours per week
• Working 5 days out of 7 - various shifts
• Morning shift 07:00 to 13:30
• Afternoon shift 10:30 to 17:00
• Late Shift 15: 00 to 21:30
• £12.21 per hour
• Free Car parking on site
• 10% Staff discount in on site shop
• Family days with flying displays
• Enjoy a Costa coffee and a cake at our onsite café the common room
• Discounted membership at On site Gym
• Sodexo Rewards and Benefits
• Discounts at Sodexo partner brands
• Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position

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Job Description:

Retail Assistant – Sodexo | RAF Benson, Wallingford, OX10 6AA

Join our team at Sodexo as a Retail Assistant and play a key role in keeping our convenience store running smoothly! Whether you're looking for your first job or bringing retail experience, we’d love to hear from you.

This customer-facing role gives you the chance to interact daily with Armed Forces personnel, making a real difference in their day. At Sodexo, you’ll be part of something greater—working with purpose and growing in your own way.

What You’ll Do:

• Serve customers with a friendly, professional approach
• Operate tills and handle transactions efficiently
• Manage stock, including receiving deliveries, restocking, and rotation
• Support promotions and loyalty programs
• Maintain store cleanliness and uphold hygiene standards
• Ensure responsible retailing by verifying ID for restricted items

What You Bring:

• Must be 18 or over to sell restricted items
• Retail experience? Great! No experience? We’ll provide full training.
• Sales awareness – contribute to store performance and cost control
• Product knowledge – understand what we sell and how it benefits customers
• Digital know-how – use store systems and applications confidently
• Customer-first attitude – spot selling opportunities and adapt to their needs
• A flexible mindset – thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position

What we offer:

• On-the-job training with experienced professionals
• Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
• Career development opportunities within Sodexo
• A friendly and supportive work environment
• Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
• Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
• Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.