Part Time Fishkeeping Sales Assistant – Fishkeeper Stirling

Job Description

Our brilliant Fishkeeper Stirling store is looking to expand its team.

How many hours/days will you be working?

This role consists of covering a minimum of 1 day per week and additional holiday cover when required. Weekends and bank holidays are included.

Who are we looking for?

• The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in all areas of fishkeeping, with some previousexperience in aquatics and fishkeeping, an enthusiasm for the hobby, and a strongcommitment to customer service.
• They should be self-motivated, positive, and organised, as well as hardworking and enthusiastic to learn.
• The person we are looking for should be a positive, practical individual who is keen to be part of a strong, happy team of staff who enjoy working in their vocational career.
• Fishkeeping knowledge is required, and previous retail experience would be an advantage.
• Driving License preferred

What does the role include?

• Aiding in the day-to-day maintenance of the store, including caring for the wide variety of livestock that we carry and serving customers.
• Delivery of excellent standards of livestock care and store presentation.
• Greeting and welcoming all our customers in an articulate, approachable, and friendly manner to maintain our high standards of customer care.
• Communicate your fishkeeping knowledge clearly to customers with varying levels of experience and maintain our policy of responsible fishkeeping.
• Working efficiently as part of a team in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Completing sales correctly and efficiently, ensuring customers leave the store fully satisfied.
• Getting merchandise out onto the shop floor, organising stock neatly on the shelves and making sure it’s correctly priced and available.

Where will you be working?

Based inside Dobbies Garden Centre, Stirling (near Blairdrummond Safari Park). We specialise in Tropical, Coldwater, Marine and Pond fish with a longstanding, experienced team.

Compensation and benefits

There is free onsite parking outside the building. After a probationary period there is access to staff discounts/Pension plan