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General store assistant on a beautiful cornish island in Bryher

Ever fancied living and working on a small island for the summer? We run a small general store on the island of Bryher and we’re looking for someone to join our team for the summer.

35 - 40 hours per week
Between £8.00 and £9.00 Per Hour

What are you going to do:

We run a small general store on the island of Bryher, the smallest of the inhabited islands of the Isles of Scilly. The Isles of Scilly are a charming archipelago which lies approx 28 miles just off the coast of Cornwall.  

Come and join our small team and experience crystal blue seas, white sandy beaches and the opportunity to enjoy life at a slower pace.  

Key responsibilities;

  • Assisting with serving customers in the shop
  • Keeping the shop stocked
  • Handling cash
  • Preparation for shop opening
  • Cleaning and all duties for shop closing

 Job Requirements;

Accommodation will be on the island's campsite, so you’ll need your own camping equipment and must be happy camping for an extended period of time - Ideally available to be on Bryher from late June/early July 2020 and to be here until September 2020. Please get in touch to discuss the dates.

What we offer:

  • Flexible working hours
  • Good salary -above minimum wage
  • opportunity to live and work on a beautiful small island
  • The opportunity to come and experience life on a beautiful small island
  • To experience what it’s like to be part of a small friendly team providing an essential service to the island in its busy period
  • Working between 08:30 - 18:00, so no late finishes
  • At least one full day off and a couple of half days off a week, so plenty of time to enjoy the islands - 50% of camping costs covered
  • The chance to meet other likeminded seasonal workers from around the world

What we ask:

  • No minimum education required
  • Teamwork
  • Numeracy
  • Customer service
  • Previous experience of retail work would be an advantage but it’s not essential
  • You don’t need to be an extrovert but you do need to be friendly
  • A quick learner and also be able to show initiative
  • You need to be over 18
  • Communication

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Extra information

Status
Closed
Education Level
College, Secondary School, University, Other
Location
Bryher
Working hours per week
35 - 40
Type of Contract
Summer / Holiday Jobs, Temporary Full Time
Salary indication
Between £8.00 and £9.00 Per Hour
Responsible for
Serving customers, handling cash, restocking, customer service and preparing the shop for opening/closing.
Profession type
Retail
Full UK/EU driving license preferred
No
Car Preferred
No
Must be eligible to work in the EU
Yes
Cover Letter Required
Yes
Languages
English

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