Customer Assistant - Food - Malone Road Simply Food

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Store Malone Lisburn Road Simply Food

Location Belfast, Antrim

Contract type Permanent

Position type Part Time

Salary £13.41 p/h + £3.00 p/h unsocial premium

Closing date: 4th August 2026

Find out if you fit the role.

Could you make an impact at M&S? If you think the answer is yes, we've got a few questions to ask, so we (and you) can see if you've got what it takes to be a Customer Assistant in our fast paced stores.

• Intro
• About the role
• Meet the Team
• Our Support
• Benefits
• Colleague Networks

This section tells you all you need to know about the position and its responsibilities, outlining everything we hope to see in a successful candidate.

All the details

Sunday 15:30-19:30

Thursday 18:30-22:30

Saturday 12:00-16:00

This job role involves working late nights and this means we can’t consider applications from anyone under the age of 18. This is to comply with the relevant health and safety legislation and to keep our colleagues safe in the workplace.

Please note that the + £3.00 p/h unsocial premium is only added on any hours worked between 22:00-06:00.

Join M&S as a Customer Assistant in our Food section, where you'll become be at the frontline of the UK’s fastest growing retailer. We’re not just looking for someone to fill shelves – we need down-to-earth colleagues who thrive under pressure, deliver five-star service at pace, and embrace the transformation we’re driving.

We're seeking passionate individuals who not only take pride in their knowledge of M&S Food products but are also ready to roll their sleeves up and go again, day in and day out, meeting strong customer demand head-on.

You’ll be a resilient and committed brand ambassador who’s ready to raise the bar by confidently recommending and selling our newest food products to our customers. Through remarkable service you'll make sure our customers feel truly valued every time they shop with us.

• At M&S, our customers don't wait. You’ll thrive in a high-pressure environment, staying sharp, fast, and focused when the store is at its busiest. You’ll go above and beyond, to serve, sell, fill and help drive growth in sales.
• Being digitally confident is essential. You'll utilise our digital tools, such as the Sparks App and our in-store devices, to enhance the customer experience and ensure they get the products they want when they need them.
• Being a team player is crucial. You’ll contribute to a positive, high-energy environment, where everyone works hard and supports each other in delivering a seamless customer experience.
• Flexibility is also vital. You should be poised to work across various areas of the store, adapting to the changing demands of the retail environment. No two shifts will look the same – and you’ll embrace the challenge.

Mentorship

It’s important to us that our new colleagues feel supported in their roles and can learn from each other. That’s why we offer mentorship through our buddy system.

Flexible working

We’re a 24/7 business and our working patterns adapt to our customers’ needs. Worklife is our flexible working policy that gives colleagues the option for part-time working, a 4-day compressed week, or to job share if it’s in the best interests of everyone.

• Wellbeing hub
• Giving back
• Pay
• Colleague discount
• Time off
• Life assurance
• Workplace savings
• My Choices
• Cycle to work
• Smart tech
• Family friendly policy

Wellbeing hub
Get access to resources to support your wellbeing, including a free virtual GP service.

Giving back
Support your favourite charities by donating through your pay or even volunteering for them.

Pay
Earn a competitive salary.

Colleague discount
After completing your probation period, you'll receive 20% colleague discount across all M&S products and many of our third-party brands for you and a member of your household.

Please note only contracts of more than 12 weeks are eligible for this benefit.

Time off
Competitive holiday entitlement with the potential to buy extra holiday days.

Life assurance
Get cover for twice your salary up to age 70 (double with our Pension Plan).

Workplace savings
We’ll help you save through our Pension Savings Plan, Share Buy and…