Retail Assistant
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 1, 2026.
At Aramark, we empower our people to create experiences that matter. We share a passion for hospitality, it's at the foundation of everything we do. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing, a role at Aramark can help you reach your full potential.
Location: Northwood, HA6 3HP
Hours: 20 hours per week
Working Pattern: 5 days out of 7, including a mixture of shifts and weekends
Contract: Part Time
Rate of Pay: £13.45 per hour
We are currently recruiting for a friendly and customer-focused Retail Assistant to join our team in Northwood. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys interacting with customers, working in a fast-paced retail environment, and being part of a supportive and professional team.
What's in it for you?
- Part-time position working 20 hours per week
- Flexible working pattern across 5 days out of 7
- £13.45 per hour
- Discounted meals
- Free gym membership
- Free secure on-site parking
- Employee Assistance Programme and online GP access
- Company pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy additional leave
- Training and development opportunities
- Apprenticeship schemes to support your career progression
- Excellent career prospects within Aramark, as we love to promote from within
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
What you'll be doing
- Serving customers and providing a friendly and professional service
- Processing payments accurately through the till system
- Keeping shelves fully stocked and displays looking attractive
- Receiving deliveries and managing stock levels
- Monitoring product availability and reporting stock shortages
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and tidy retail environment
- Following food hygiene and health & safety standards at all times
- Supporting the opening and closing of the retail unit
- Assisting with merchandising and promotional displays
- Working collaboratively with the wider team to deliver an excellent customer experience
- Previous retail or customer service experience is helpful but not essential
- Full training will be provided
- Comfortable working as part of a team and occasionally on your own
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Positive, enthusiastic, and reliable approach to work
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively in a busy retail environment
- Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of service and presentation
- Must have lived in the UK for the past 3 years
- Must have the legal right to work in the UK
- Must be able to successfully pass full security vetting
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a DBS check
At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.
As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.
We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.
For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team - [email protected]
Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.