Retail Sales Assistant

Full job description At Loaf we make insanely comfy sofas, beds and homewares that help people lead more comfortable lives. Founded in 2008, Loaf has steadily grown each year to become one of the leading premium furniture and homeware brands in the UK. We now have 10 'slowrooms', or Shacks (stores to everyone else!), with more on the way. It's an exciting time to join an ambitious business. We have a part time Shack Assistant role in our Guildford, creating an amazing customer experience for all our Loaf visitors.

The Job

• Ensure tiptop product knowledge and understanding of our brand at all times
• Consistently provide helpful and informed service with confidence and clarity
• Process orders on our systems, providing delivery, 'will it fit' and lead time advice
• Recommending "up-sell" products
• Maintaining the Loaf brand in the Shack to the highest standard by following the Shack Retail Guidelines
• Carry out housekeeping tasks in line with Loaf's standards both on and off the shop floor
• Help to maintain a safe and healthy work environment
• Be passionate about the Loaf brand and our products
• Previous experience in customer facing roles
• The ability to work independently and to take responsibility and be accountable for your actions
• Excellent attention to detail
• Confidence and common sense
• A great team player with the ability to promote and help build a positive work environment
• Flexibility and availability to work at other showroom locations during our Monday to Sunday opening hours

What we offer

Benefits include:

• 33 days holiday, increasing by 1 day each year for 3 years
• Enhanced family leave policy
• Staff and friends and family discount scheme
• EAP programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Half a day for Christmas shopping
• Death in service - 4 times annual salary

What's it like working at Loaf?

We are a forward-thinking, friendly bunch committed to building a fabulous company with brilliant people. The customer is at the heart of everything we do and we're always striving for better, more efficient ways to deliver to the highest standard.

At Loaf, we're working really hard to be inclusive. No matter what identity or background, we want everyone to feel welcome in a place where we can all be ourselves.

We'd love you to join us on our journey.

Please note that due to a high number of applications we are currently receiving we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback to every candidate at this stage of the process. If your application is successful, one of our Loafers will reach out to you.