TEAM MEMBER (12 HOURS - FIXED TERM CONTRACT) inAberdeen inAberdeen PUBLISHED
FRI 10 JAN 2025
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Flexible working hours with a fixed number of shifts communicated in advance, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Generous employee discount of up to 60% on all Oliver Bonas products, making it easy to enjoy the brand's offerings.
Access to a 24-hour employee assistance program that supports financial, emotional, and vocational needs.
A positive and playful work environment that promotes teamwork, imagination, and creativity.
Inclusive workplace culture that values equity, diversity, and inclusion, making it a welcoming space for all employees.
Opportunities for professional development through training and support, enhancing skills and knowledge in retail.
Annual discretionary profit-related bonus scheme, providing an extra incentive based on the store's performance.
Oliver Bonas is seeking a part-time Team Member for a 12-hour fixed-term contract in Aberdeen, with a pay rate of £11.65 per hour. The ideal candidate will be customer-focused, approachable, and committed to providing an exceptional shopping experience while ensuring the store operates smoothly. Responsibilities include maintaining product knowledge, adhering to operational procedures, supporting training initiatives, and taking ownership of tasks. The flexible role will have a variety of shifts communicated in advance, and candidates should possess strong organisational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a positive attitude.
Oliver Bonas values a collaborative and supportive work environment, upholding principles such as kindness and inclusivity. Benefits for the role include a generous employee discount, access to an employee assistance program, flexible holidays, and various support initiatives focused on mental health and diversity. The company is particularly interested in applicants from diverse backgrounds, aiming to reflect wider society within the workplace.
Oliver Bonas values a collaborative and supportive work environment, upholding principles such as kindness and inclusivity. Benefits for the role include a generous employee discount, access to an employee assistance program, flexible holidays, and various support initiatives focused on mental health and diversity. The company is particularly interested in applicants from diverse backgrounds, aiming to reflect wider society within the workplace.
Team Member (12 Hours - Fixed Term Contract)
Oliver Bonas Aberdeen
Aberdeen
OB Team Members are approachable, resourceful and love working with people. They enjoy giving our customers a fantastic experience and work together to keep the store running smoothly and efficiently.
This will be a flexible contract, meaning you will have a fixed number of hours you will work per week across a variety of days and shifts. Your rota will be communicated to you in advance by your line manager.
A Bit About Us …
At Oliver Bonas (OB), our values of Work Hard, Play Hard & Be Kind are integral to everything we do. Collaboration, imagination, curiosity, and teamwork are key to our success, and everyone has their part to play in making OB a special place to work.
Having fun is key, and a playful and positive approach creates an optimistic environment. We don’t take ourselves too seriously, but we are serious about what we do.
Our team knows their stuff. They’re confident and creative and unafraid to challenge convention to find solutions, taking accountability for their actions, but always with kindness and humility.
More about the role …
OB Team Members Will
At Oliver Bonas, our promise is to do our bit to make living a joyful experience and give cause for optimism. This promise is central to our work in equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). To bring joy to others, we must first ensure everyone at OB feels valued, included and most importantly, can be themselves at work.
It is important to us that our brand reflects wider society and the communities in which we operate. As a result, we welcome all eligible applicants for this role however we are particularly interested in speaking to eligible candidates from the Black, Asian & Mixed Heritage communities.
Oliver Bonas is a Disability Confident Committed employer under the Disability Confident employer scheme.
To read more about our ED&I commitments, head over to the EDI page on our website: www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliVsZG
Oliver Bonas Aberdeen
Aberdeen
- £11.65 per hour
- Part time
- Temporary
OB Team Members are approachable, resourceful and love working with people. They enjoy giving our customers a fantastic experience and work together to keep the store running smoothly and efficiently.
This will be a flexible contract, meaning you will have a fixed number of hours you will work per week across a variety of days and shifts. Your rota will be communicated to you in advance by your line manager.
A Bit About Us …
At Oliver Bonas (OB), our values of Work Hard, Play Hard & Be Kind are integral to everything we do. Collaboration, imagination, curiosity, and teamwork are key to our success, and everyone has their part to play in making OB a special place to work.
Having fun is key, and a playful and positive approach creates an optimistic environment. We don’t take ourselves too seriously, but we are serious about what we do.
Our team knows their stuff. They’re confident and creative and unafraid to challenge convention to find solutions, taking accountability for their actions, but always with kindness and humility.
More about the role …
OB Team Members Will
- Provide a great experience to every customer.
- Maintain excellent product knowledge.
- Have strong, consistent communication with the team.
- Participate in all training opportunities provided and contribute positively to team sessions.
- Embrace ownership of tasks, setting a good example for the rest of the team.
- Adhere to all operational practices and procedures, i.e. stock deliveries, health and safety standards, stock takes and replenishment.
- Maintain excellent housekeeping standards throughout the store, including external and back of house/stockroom areas.
- Support other stores where needed.
- Have an awareness of the store’s sales targets and its current performance versus like-for-like/target/company figures.
- Be aware of store and company product best-sellers to support sales growth.
- Generous employee discount up to 60% off all OB products
- Free access to our 24 hour employee assistance programme with Care First – offering financial, emotional and vocational support
- Flexible holiday – 30 days (including bank holidays) – increasing to 35 days with length of service
- Annual discretionary profit related bonus scheme
- Auto-enrolment into our pension plan
- Refer a Friend incentive
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave
- Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity Voice network and EDI team
- Mental Health First Aider support
- Education and support throughout Looop eLearning platform
- Free refreshments and treats in store
- An opportunity to work at the highest placed retailer in Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work in the UK list 2022
- Great people skills.
- Excellent customer service.
- Organisation skills and multi-tasking ability.
- Positivity, vibrancy and ready to take on anything.
- Someone who’s kind, helpful and considerate towards customers and team members alike.
- Resourcefulness and someone who’s looking for opportunities to learn more.
At Oliver Bonas, our promise is to do our bit to make living a joyful experience and give cause for optimism. This promise is central to our work in equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). To bring joy to others, we must first ensure everyone at OB feels valued, included and most importantly, can be themselves at work.
It is important to us that our brand reflects wider society and the communities in which we operate. As a result, we welcome all eligible applicants for this role however we are particularly interested in speaking to eligible candidates from the Black, Asian & Mixed Heritage communities.
Oliver Bonas is a Disability Confident Committed employer under the Disability Confident employer scheme.
To read more about our ED&I commitments, head over to the EDI page on our website: www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliVsZG
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1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and what attracted you to this role at Oliver Bonas?
2. How do you align with our values of "Work Hard, Play Hard & Be Kind"?
3. What does excellent customer service mean to you, and can you give an example of a time you provided it?
4. How would you handle a difficult customer or a challenging situation in a retail environment?
5. Can you share an experience where you worked effectively as part of a team? What was your role?
1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and what attracted you to this role at Oliver Bonas?
2. How do you align with our values of "Work Hard, Play Hard & Be Kind"?
3. What does excellent customer service mean to you, and can you give an example of a time you provided it?
4. How would you handle a difficult customer or a challenging situation in a retail environment?
5. Can you share an experience where you worked effectively as part of a team? What was your role?
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To work as a team member in a role that requires 12 hours (potentially referring to shift work or part-time positions) in the UK, you may need a mix of both soft and hard skills, depending on the specific industry and nature of the job. Here are some general skills that can be beneficial:
Soft Skills:
1. Communication: Ability to clearly convey information and listen effectively, whether it's in person, over the phone, or via written communication.
2. Teamwork: Capable of working collaboratively with others, supporting team goals, and building positive working relationships.
3. Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust to new challenges, changes in tasks, or shifting priorities.
4. Problem-Solving: Ability to identify issues quickly and propose practical solutions.
5. Time Management: Efficient in prioritizing tasks and managing one’s time, especially in a 12-hour shift context where workload can vary.
6. Customer Service: For roles in retail, hospitality, or other customer-facing sectors, strong customer service skills are essential.
7. Reliability: Being dependable and punctual, especially when working shifts that may require consistency.
Hard Skills:
1. Technical Proficiency: Depending on the job, knowledge of specific software, machinery, or tools might be required.
2. Health and Safety Knowledge: Understanding of workplace safety practices, especially important in industries like hospitality, retail, or manufacturing.
3. Basic IT Skills: Competence in using computers or digital tools may be necessary, particularly for administrative or customer service roles.
Additional Considerations:
- Sector-Specific Skills: Depending on the industry, there may be particular skills needed (e.g., culinary skills for a kitchen team member, or knowledge of retail practices for a team member in a store).
- Qualifications and Training: Some roles may require or prefer certain qualifications or training relevant to the job.
- Personal Traits: Traits such as initiative, integrity, and a positive attitude can also enhance your candidacy and effectiveness in a role.
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