S & R Aquatics is seeking a sales assistant who possesses a passion for fish and experience in their care, including feeding and health management. Ideal candidates should have a foundational knowledge of tropical, marine, and pond fishkeeping to support our aquatic store located in Ramsgate.
Our contemporary store caters to enthusiastic fish lovers who are constantly in search of new species or methods to improve their aquariums. In this role, you will have the opportunity to engage with customers, sharing valuable insights and fostering connections with individuals who share your enthusiasm for aquatic life.
We are seeking a dynamic Sales Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a passion for providing exceptional customer service.
Duties
1. Deliver excellent standards of livestock care and store presentation.
2. Greet all our customers in an articulate, approachable, and friendly manner to maintain our high standards of customer care.
3. Communicate your fishkeeping knowledge clearly to customers with varying levels of experience and maintain our policy of responsible fishkeeping.
4. Work efficiently as part of a team in a fast-paced retail environment.
5. Complete sales correctly and efficiently ensuring customers leave the store fully satisfied.
6. Get merchandise out onto the shop floor, organizing stock neatly on the shelves, and making sure it's correctly priced and available.
7. Be self-motivated, positive, and organized.
8. Be reliable, hardworking, and enthusiastic to learn.
Application Questions
* Please outline your fishkeeping experience.
* Your experience with marine fish and your understanding of maintaining a reef aquarium are essential aspects of successful aquatic management.
* The extent of your concern for tropical and pond fish is noteworthy.
* Is there an aquarium present in your Home?
Experience
* Fishkeeping: 1 year (preferred)
* Retail sales: 1 year (preferred)
* Customer service: 1 year (preferred)
Minimum Requirements
* Strong communication skills to effectively communicate with customers.
* Proficient in English.
* Ability to manage time efficiently to meet sales targets.
* Basic maths skills for processing transactions accurately.
* Driving Licence (preferred).
Job Types
* Full-time
* Part-time
* Permanent
* Volunteer
Pay: £11.80-£15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week
Additional Pay
* Bonus scheme
* Performance bonus
* Yearly bonus
Benefits
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Store discount
Schedule
* Flexitime
* Monday to Friday
* Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 12/10/2024
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