Compass Group
Retail Assistant
Retail Assistant at Compass Group, based in Chatham, Kent, paying £12.76 per hour. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £12.76 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Chatham, Kent
- Closing date
- Sector
- Sales Assistant
9% below the typical rate for sales assistant
Reference 02962207-1
About the role
About us
Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.
About the role
We're currently recruiting a Retail Assistant to join Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 35 hours per week, working variable shifts.
You'll keep our shop running smoothly, from well-stocked shelves to a quick, cheerful till, making every visit easy for our customers.
Please note: This role is contracted to 50.2 weeks per year
What you'll do
- Serving customers, ensuring they receive an easy and seamless personalised experience
- Being knowledgeable about our service and helping customers with natural, engaging service
- Representing Defence and maintaining a positive brand image
- Handling cash and operating the cash register
- Complying with Health and Safety regulations
What we offer
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
- Employee Assistance Programme - Mental health support, offering confidential advice and resources to help you navigate personal and professional challenges
- Perks at Work - Access to exclusive benefits and wellbeing resources
- Career training & development opportunities - Including Apprenticeships and Career Pathways
- Earn up to £500 when you refer a friend
- Comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance
About you
Our ideal Retail Assistant will:
- Have a passion for delivering outstanding service, greeting customers with a smile and serving them with pride
- Take initiative and make decisions that are right for our customers
- Be an excellent team player with great communication skills
- Have a desire to succeed in your role
- Possess the ability to work under pressure
- Demonstrate great timekeeping and reliability
Job Reference: com/0511/79198001/52730804/BU #Defence
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
Reference: 02962207-1 · Posted 4 hours ago · Closes 3 Dec 2026 · Listed via Compass Group
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