Center Parcs Hiring for Retail Assistant – ParcMarket Job at Ballymahon , Ireland Full Time

We’re a thriving team passionate about working together to deliver excellence, all in a natural forest environment.

Set in hundreds of acres of beautiful forest Longford Forest is the perfect place for a short break in Ireland, 365 days a year. With homely accommodation, up to 100 indoor and outdoor activities and a choice of bars and restaurants, there is something for all the family, all year round.

RETAIL ASSISTANT | €11.50 Per Hour

On a Center Parcs break we want our guests to relax knowing everything is taken care of. Our Retail department provides a fantastic shopping experience, from essential groceries to luxury items. Across the village there are a number of retail units, both own brand and concession units.

We are now looking for motivated, outgoing and service-orientated individuals to join the retail team.

Based in one of our own retail units, your duties will include; operating a till, replenishing stock and welcoming guests in a positive, friendly manner.

The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a guest facing role, have excellent communication skills and be comfortable working independently or as part of a team. You will be confident taking ownership of guest queries or issues, ensuring that they are served in a friendly and efficient manner.

ABOUT YOU

Whilst previous retail or customer service experience would be an advantage, full training will be provided for these roles so all that we ask is that you are a cheerful, friendly and approachable individual who will enjoy speaking with our guests and working with an amazing team.

Essential requirements:

• Applicants must be over 18 years of age due to the sale of alcohol
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Physically capable of carrying out the demands of the role

Desirable requirements:

• Experience of retail EPOS (Electronic Point of Sale)/Stock control systems

HOURS OF WORK

You will be contracted to work either 80 or 150 hours per 4-week period on a flexible basis, this means your days and hours of work could vary each week but you will always receive your contracted hours each period.

Your working hours will include a range of shifts, including; mornings, evenings, weekends, public / bank holidays and during Christmas and/or New Year on a rota basis, with a premium rate of pay for hours worked on a Sunday.

THE BENEFITS

Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:

• Management/Colleague Bonus Scheme
• Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
• Colleague Recognition and Reward Scheme – offering a choice of Center Parcs and High Street vouchers
• Free use of our leisure facilities
• Discounted Center Parcs breaks
• 20% discount in our restaurant and retail outlets
• An Employee Assistance Program – providing support on financial, health and legal matters
• Excellent opportunities for career development and progression with the opportunity to gain externally recognised qualifications

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we’d love to see your application.

Closing date: 31 January 2023 at 12 Noon

Interviews to be held: Ongoing

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

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