JOB TITLE: Sales Assistant based in Douglas, Cork
Hassetts Bakery offer a wide range of products including artisan breads, luxury desserts, cakes for all occasions, as well as award winning biscuits, cookies and crackers. We are currently recruiting for a fully flexible Sales Assistant to work in our shop located in Douglas Court Shopping Centre.
The right candidate is available to work a minimum 25 hours including weekends. They will have previously sales experience and excellent customer service skills.
MAIN DUTIES
- Work as part of the Hassett’s team to provide the highest standard of food preparation quality, presentation and service.
- Check quality and freshness on all products delivered/produced during shift.
- Deliver excellent service to our customers including expert advice on our products.
- Ensure stock levels are well maintained and the store is kept clean and tidy.
- Ensure stock is rotated appropriately to ensure in date stock is available and to minimise waste through out-of-date stock.
- Maintain the highest standards of store presentation and cleanliness including shop floor, display areas and back of house areas.
- Manage point of sale processes, including cash, card & credit transactions.
- Ensure attention to detail, especially when handling money and cards.
- Assist and follow the direction of supervisors in keeping the store clean and presentable at all times.
- Preparation of speciality coffees and seasonal drinks where applicable.
- Ensure the regular and systematic cleaning and maintenance of the equipment in both the front and back of house.
- Participate in regular stock taking including daily waste counting and stock counts.
- Comply with Company Policies and Procedures, particularly for the security of cash and merchandise, and report any concerns to Management.
- Comply at all times with SOPs and Safety and Quality procedures in your area.
- Attend relevant training and implement learnings on site or as required.
- Reduce and maintain wastage, both food wastage and package wastage.
- Understand HACCP and adhere to all HACCP and food safety standards consistently.
- Maintain accurate food safety, housekeeping, delivery and temperature records.
- Assess equipment before use and report any maintenance needs to Shop Manager.
- Report any accidents or near misses to Shop Manager.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must have a permit to work in Ireland
- Fluent in English
- Previous sales experience
PERSON SPECIFICATION
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer facing environment essential
- Must have an excellent standard of English literacy and numeracy
- Good timekeeping essential
- Excellent attention to detail
- Demonstrates initiative, an aptitude to learn quickly and ability to follow instructions accurately
- Ability to be an enthusiastic team player with a good friendly attitude
Due to the level of CV’s we receive, only successful candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Expected hours: No less than 25 per week
Schedule:
Experience:
- Sales: 1 year (preferred)
- Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
