Turnips is one of the oldest (and largest!) retailers of quality fruits, vegetables and specialist foods based in the iconic Borough Market near London Bridge.
We have earned our impressive reputation through 25 years of impeccable service, providing produce of the highest quality and offering brilliantly artistic fruit and vegetable displays, for which we have obtained high acclaim.
THE JOB :
We are currently looking for creative, enthusiastic and reliable retail assistants for our outlets in Borough Market and Greenwich Market as well as our mobile juice Stalls across the city.
We are hiring for multiple vacancies (full time and part time) and shift patterns (including weekend shifts) for either permanent positions or summer time temporary roles, which will be discussed during the interview.
Responsibilities will include setting up the display in the outlet, selling and till operation, interacting with customers and advising them about our offering, cleaning, moving and replenishing stock etc.
Wages will start at £8 - £8.50 per hour based on experience with a pay increase after successfully completing the probation period
We also offer generous staff discounts on all our produce, a workplace pension plan, ample training opportunities and a friendly vibrant working environment.
SKILLS and experience REQUIRED:
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the Turnips troop. The right person for the job will have/be :
- enthusiastic, punctual, hard working and willing to go the extra mile
- fluent in English, well spoken and confident.
- A good understanding and passion of fresh produce including merchandise and displays.
- artistic background would be beneficial but not essential
experience of working in a similar role/sector would be beneficial (such as fruit and veg outlets, food industry etc)
HOW TO APPLY :
Please forward your CV along with a covering letter stating how you would add value to our team and a brief description about yourself.
For more info about us, check out our twitter and instagram feeds @Turnips Borough.