Preston, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Stock management, Retail operations, Communication
Preston, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Based at our contemporary head office and distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, James Hall & Co. Ltd. have been established for over 150 years proudly serving communities across the north of England as supplie…
Skills: Customer service, IT support, Troubleshooting, Hardware maintenance, Software support
Carlisle, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Stock management, Till operation, Retail operations
Sedbergh, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Stock management, Till operation, Waste reduction
Carlisle, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Stock management, Stock replenishment, Till operation
Brampton, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Stock management, Till operation, Communication
Maryport, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Stock management, Till operation, Communication
Milnthorpe, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Stock management, Replenishment, Communication
Barnoldswick, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Stock management, Till operation, Communication
Brampton, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Team leadership, Financial management, Customer service, Operational standards, Cost control
Kirkbymoorside, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Team leadership, Customer service, Staff motivation, Health and safety, Food hygiene
Warrington, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Part of the James Hall & Co. family, Graham Eyes Butchers brings over 40 years of butchery expertise to SPAR stores across the North of England. From locally sourced meats to award-winning sausages, we’re committed…
Skills: Store management, Team leadership, Financial performance management, Customer service, Operational standards
Wigan, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Food preparation, Baking, Food safety, Hygiene standards
York, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Stock management, Stock replenishment, Store security
York, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Stock replenishment, Till operation, Inventory management
Connah's Quay, Wales, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Till operation, Food preparation, Cooking, Stock replenishment
Whitehaven, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Stock management, Till operation, Waste reduction
Bury, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Food preparation, Food safety, Hygiene standards, Product knowledge
Silloth, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Stock management, Till operation, Waste reduction
Tarporley, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer service, Cash handling, Stock management, Till operation, Waste reduction
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The Retail Assistant is responsible for providing excellent customer service, managing stock levels, and operating the till accurately. They also ensure the store runs smoothly while maintaining security and cleanliness standards.
Candidates should be reliable, approachable, and enthusiastic about delivering great service in a busy retail environment. A positive attitude, flexibility, and the ability to work effectively within a team are essential.
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the communities we serve.
We’re proud of the impact our stores have locally and remain committed to continued growth and investment in the future.
Contract Type: Temporary -6 Weeks
Hours of work: 8 hours per week
About the Role
As a Retail Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of providing fantastic service to our customers. You’ll work with a friendly, supportive team, helping the store run smoothly while ensuring every customer has a positive experience.
Here’s What You Can Expect to be Doing
You’ll play a key role in the daily running of the store, including:
A Few Things About You
We’re looking for people who are reliable, approachable, and enthusiastic about customer service. You should also be:
Why Join Us?
We believe in rewarding our colleagues. That’s why when you join us, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, personal growth, and loyalty.
Loyalty Pay - Celebrate your work anniversary with a little extra! You’ll earn an additional £0.55 per hour over the financial year, with the hourly amount increasing the longer you stay with us. Your total is paid as a lump sum in the month following your anniversary.
20% Staff Discount - Enjoy 20% off your shopping in our company-owned SPAR stores — perfect for those everyday essentials and treats.
Pension & Life Insurance - You will be enrolled into the Nest pension scheme. After two years of service, you will also receive life insurance cover, offering added security for you and your loved ones.
Learning & Development - Whether you're looking to build your career or gain new skills, our in-house team will support you with fully funded, accredited training and industry-recognised qualifications.
Grocery Aid Support - Access free, confidential, 24/7 support through Grocery Aid — offering expert advice and help on everything from mental health and financial concerns to legal issues and family support.
For more information about us and the benefits we offer, please head over to our careers page.
Please note if we receive a high number of applicants, we may close the advert early. We advise interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to avoid disappointment.
A fifth-generation family business operating as SPAR’s primary retailer, wholesaler and distributor in Northern England.
James Hall & Co. Ltd is a Lancashire-based family business, founded in Southport in 1863. James Hall & Co. Ltd. is one of the county’s largest private employers with more than 800 staff just at the Bowland View distribution site and over 4,500 staff working across the North of England. As SPAR UK's wholesaler and distributor for the north of England, we currently serve over 450 SPAR stores across the North of England, producing bakery goods, fresh cakes, pies and sandwiches and Asian cuisine from our company owned production sites. Re-investment has always been a priority to James Hall & Co. Ltd and as a result the business has grown very successfully. In February 2011, we moved to a purpose-built distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, overlooking Junction 31a of the M6. The unique design of our new depot ensures a truly multi-functional site capable of handling and distributing all types of goods as well as the manufacturing of fresh food. There is an incredible sense of pride in the longevity of our company and the fact we have stayed true to our roots for over 160 years. Our mission is simple, to be in business in another 50 years time. Please visit our website at www.jameshall.co.uk to apply for any of our current vacancies.
Offices: SPAR Distribution Centre, Bowland View, Preston, PR2 5QT, GB
A fifth-generation family business operating as SPAR’s primary retailer, wholesaler and distributor in Northern England.
James Hall & Co. Ltd is a Lancashire-based family business, founded in Southport in 1863. James Hall & Co. Ltd. is one of the county’s largest private employers with more than 800 staff just at the Bowland View distribution site and over 4,500 staff working across the North of England. As SPAR UK's wholesaler and distributor for the north of England, we currently serve over 450 SPAR stores across the North of England, producing bakery goods, fresh cakes, pies and sandwiches and Asian cuisine from our company owned production sites. Re-investment has always been a priority to James Hall & Co. Ltd and as a result the business has grown very successfully. In February 2011, we moved to a purpose-built distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, overlooking Junction 31a of the M6. The unique design of our new depot ensures a truly multi-functional site capable of handling and distributing all types of goods as well as the manufacturing of fresh food. There is an incredible sense of pride in the longevity of our company and the fact we have stayed true to our roots for over 160 years. Our mission is simple, to be in business in another 50 years time. Please visit our website at www.jameshall.co.uk to apply for any of our current vacancies.
Offices: SPAR Distribution Centre, Bowland View, Preston, PR2 5QT, GB
