Job Introduction 20 hours per week Flexible to work a variety of 5 to 7 hour shifts between 6:00am and 9.45pm.Flexible to work 3 or 4 days per week including bank holidays and weekends depending upon business needs £12.21 per hour 10% discount on Costcutter shop on siteFree car parkingReduced cost use of gym on siteSubsidised food available on siteAccess to Historic Dockyard at FMSP PortsmouthFamilies Day and other special events on siteSodexo rewards and benefitsDiscounts at Sodexo partner brandsDue to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position 

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Job Description:

RetailAssistant – Sodexo | HM Naval Base, Portsmouth PO1 3HL

Join our team at Sodexo as a Retail Assistant at Costcutter, HMS Nelson and play a key role in keepingour convenience store running smoothly! Whether you're looking foryour first job or bringing retail experience, we’d love to hearfrom you.

This customer-facingrole gives you the chance to interact daily with Armed Forcespersonnel, making a real difference in their day. At Sodexo, you’ll be part ofsomething greater—working with purpose and growing in your ownway.

What You’ll Do:

Serve customers with a friendly, professional approachOperate tills and handle transactions efficientlyManage stock, including receiving deliveries, restocking, and rotationSupport promotions and loyalty programsMaintain store cleanliness and uphold hygiene standardsEnsure responsible retailing by verifying ID for restricted itemsCook and handle Hot and Cold Food, adhering to food safety policies and procedure inline with training 

What You Bring:

Must be 18 or over to sell restricted itemsRetail experience? Great! No experience? We’ll provide full training.Sales awareness – contribute to store performance and cost controlProduct knowledge – understand what we sell and how it benefits customersDigital know-how – use store systems and applications confidentlyCustomer-first attitude – spot selling opportunities and adapt to their needsA flexible mindset – thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environmentYou must be flexible to be able to work during the shift times outlined aboveDue to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position 

What we offer:

On-the-job training with experienced professionalsFully funded apprenticeship qualificationsCareer development opportunities within SodexoA friendly and supportive work environmentWellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.

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