Customer Assistant

For our Customer Assistants, quality is not just a passion, it’s a way of life! Putting the same care and attention into the little tasks as they do with big ones, our Store team know how important their hard work is to the success and growth of our business.

Working as part of a diverse and dedicated team, you will love the buzz and energy of a fast-paced retail environment. You thrive on a challenge so you will love the fact that there is never a dull moment in store and always tasks to be done.

Above all else, our Customer Assistants are the face of our business, providing great service to our loyal customers. If you have a natural flair for providing outstanding customer service and are looking to become part of strong team with varied shifts, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

What will you do?

Assist the Assistant Store Manager and Store Manager with all areas of store operation
Operate the checkout and handle cash
Make sure our shelves are well-stocked at all times
Carry out regular freshness checks to ensure we offer the freshest produce
Unpack daily stock deliveries
Rotate stock
Ensure the store is clean, both on the shop floor and behind the scenes
Keep the store clear and ensure any potential hazards are dealt with quickly and efficiently
Help with merchandising stock and preparing for promotions and special offers
Assist with baking in our in-store bakery

What will you need?
A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills
The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers
To be responsible and reliable
The ability to be flexible
To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment, hitting targets and meeting deadlines
To work well in teams and take pride in a job well done
Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude

What do we offer?

£26,000 per year (subject to experience)
30 days holiday per annum (pro rata, including Bank Holidays)
A contributory pension scheme
10% discount on all Lidl products, in all stores throughout the UK
Access to corporate discounts on a range of products and services (including holidays, home and garden products, leisure activities and more)
Initial training and on-going development from an experienced team member
Brilliant opportunities to take on more responsibility and long term career prospects