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Shop Assistant at Church Road Shop

About Us

The Happy Pear exists to inspire people to eat well, feel good, and live better. It started out back in 2004 with Steve, Dave, a tiny shop and a dream of helping people to eat more veg! The Happy Pear now consists of over 80 food products, a membership App alongside a suite of online courses, our famous wholefood cafe & shop in Greystones, a range of bestselling cookbooks, an organic regenerative farm, a roastery and a community of over 1.6 million people living healthier! The mission is still the same, to create a healthier, happier world and build community!

The Role

Working Location: The Happy Pear Shop, Church Road, Greystones, Co. Wicklow
Permanent – Part Time

The successful candidate will work with the shop team in Church Road and report to the Shop Manager.  They will ensure compliance with all internal and external procedures. They will ensure the highest levels of customer service and product quality throughout the shop.

The successful candidate will be an ambassador for The Happy Pear brand. They will take a warm approach to the role, and live our brand values of Passion, Excellence, Authenticity and Relationships. Working in a fast-paced environment, this role will also demand high levels of creativity, flexibility and strong organisational skills.

This role offers someone the opportunity to be part of an exciting and dynamic team in a business that is committed in supporting people to pursue a healthier lifestyle.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Following procedures for opening, daily operations and daily closure of the shop including cash handling and daily reports. Ensuring accounts are processed in accordance with internal procedures.
  • Ensuring that the fresh produce is maintained to the highest standard through continual review of quality and stock rotation
  • Accepting supplier deliveries and ensuring the stock is stored correctly and the paperwork is filled out as per company guidelines.
  • Merchandising the shop to ensure that fresh produce, chilled and dried goods are displayed in an appealing and attractive way.
  • Providing friendly and efficient customer service and positively engaging with our customers to support their shopping experience.
  • Demonstrating an eagerness for ongoing training and learning in the products displayed and sold in the shop, including their source and content or continued learning about ingredients and how to use them.
  • Escalating any facilities issue to the Shop Manager and/or Shop Supervisor.
  • Alongside the shop team, ensuring the completion of HACCP and cleaning checklists is continual, ensuring that the look and appearance of the shop is always maintained to the highest standard.
  • Preparing detailed handovers for the Shop Supervisor in their absence.
  • Be present on the shop floor and regularly check-in with customers to ensure satisfaction.
  • Attending weekly staff meetings

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Minimum 1 -2 years retail experience and an interest in working with fresh produce.
  • Strong social skills and customer focus.
  • Ability to develop strong working relationships.
  • Creativity and a positive “can do” attitude.
  • Be self-motivated.
  • Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
  • Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
  • Flexible and able to manage multiple demands.
  • Passion, Energy and Enthusiasm.
  • Strong interest in a healthy way of living and/or willingness to grow in this way.

Desirable:

  • Previous experience in a merchandising or stock control role.
  • Previous experience within a customer facing retail environment.
  • Keen interest in cooking.
  • Interest in sustainability

To apply for this role, please send your CV to deirdre.doran@thehappypear.ie

*All candidates must be eligible to live and work in the EU.*

*No relocation assistance will apply.

*The Happy Pear is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.