Sales Assistant (16 Hours P/w) - Kirkmuirhill

  • Lanarkshire
  • Penny Petroleum

About us

The last 5 years have seen Penny Petroleum more than double in size and as a company we now have more than 500 employees and work with a range of premium partners including all major fuel brands, Booker and Spar. As the fifth largest independent petrol forecourt operator in the country our size gives us a strong bargaining position, which we use on behalf of our customers.

Our company ethos is based around the 5 ‘P’s of Partnerships, Passion, Positivism, Pride and Perseverance . These attributes are instilled in our everyday working lives and provide a platform designed to take us to the next level. Our aim is to be a great place to shop, a great place to work and to remain a great partner to do business with. We also realise that we are never the finished article so, as we grow, we evolve as we acquire new sites, develop the existing ones and explore new partnerships. We’re also continually looking at new ways to improve our customer experience so if you are a person, or a business that shares this passion get in touch today.

Premium for Bank Holidays, 20% Colleague Discount, Flexible Working. £10.00 per hour.

Job Purpose :To be responsible for providing good customer service by being proficient at the Checkout and dealing with all customer requests as effectively as possible.

Role :Sales Assistant (part-time) - This is a temporary 6 month contract

Reports to : Site Manager (Assistant Manager / Supervisor in absence of Site Manager)

Location : Kirkmuirhill Service Station, 231 Carlisle Road, Kirkmuirhill, Lanarkshire ML11 9RE

Working hours : 16 hours per week, must be fully flexible for range of shifts

Salary : £10 per hour

MUST be over 18 for serving age-related products

Key Accountabilities

CUSTOMER SERVICE SALES Provide polite and efficient customer service at all times

SALES Be proficient in all sales activities e.g. operation of till, lottery and Pay Point terminals, Post Office Local counter, handling credit / debit card sales etc.

Be accountable for own till result

Demonstrate a good knowledge of current sales promotions

STOCK Carry out stock rotation, date checks and replenishment in accordance with Company procedure and instructions from management

Participate in weekly and / or quarterly stock takes

SECURITY Adhere to all Company security procedures

COMMUNICATION Inform a member of management of any problems, customer queries etc. which require attention

STORE MAINTENANCE / HYGIENE Maintain good standards of housekeeping within the store

Carry out routine cleaning in accordance with instructions from management

CONDUCT / APPEARANCE Wear Company uniform in order to maintain a smart appearance

TRAINING Undertake training courses or on the job training as and when required by the Company

HEALTH & SAFETY Adhere to all Health & Safety procedures and regulations

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS Adhere to all legal requirements regarding the sale of age restricted products, petroleum, Post Office products etc.

Please note that the list of duties included in this job description is not exhaustive, duties may alter in nature occasionally and from time to time you may be asked to carry out other reasonable duties.

Job Types : Temporary contract, Part-time Contract length: 6 months Part-time hours: 16 per week

Salary : £10.00 per hour

Benefits :

  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Flexitime
  • On-site parking
  • Sick pay

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Lanarkshire, ML11 9RE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience :

  • Customer service: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: PT SA Kirkmuirhill