Part Time Retail Assistant

Part-Time Farm Shop Assistant

Location: Balgove Larder, St Andrews
Hours: Part-time (multiple positions available at varying hours 20 and 32 hours per week). This role will include regular weekend working and very occasional evening work.
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (with potential for permanent opportunity in the future, subject to business needs. While we hope this may be possible, a permanent position cannot be guaranteed).

Due to continued growth and expansion across the business and as we move into our busiest season, we are looking for Part-Time Farm Shop Assistants to join the team at Balgove Larder.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a vibrant and fast-paced food retail environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional customer service. Our farm shop is at the heart of Balgove, showcasing the very best seasonal produce and artisan food, and we are looking for someone who shares our passion for quality, provenance, and hospitality.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Providing warm, knowledgeable, and attentive service to customers within the farm shop
• Assisting customers with product information and recommendations across our range of seasonal produce
• Ensuring shelves and displays are well stocked, fresh, and presented to the highest standards
• Supporting with deliveries, stock rotation, and maintaining the quality and integrity of our produce
• Operating the till and handling transactions accurately and efficiently
• Helping maintain a welcoming, well-organised shop environment that reflects the Balgove brand
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider business to ensure a seamless customer experience

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous retail or customer service experience is desirable
• A genuine enthusiasm for high-quality food and produce
• Friendly, professional, and confident communication skills
• A proactive and reliable approach with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy and customer-focused environment

Why Join Balgove Larder:

• 25% staff discount across the business, including our shop, award-winning butchery, café, and famous Steak Barn
• Share of tips
• Food provided while on duty
• Opportunities to learn new skills and develop within a growing and respected business
• Supportive management and a friendly team environment
• The chance to be part of a well-established local business with a strong reputation for quality produce and exceptional service

Application deadline:

We anticipate a high level of interest in this role and may close the advert early if sufficient applications are received. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

If you do not meet all of the criteria outlined in the job description, we would still welcome your application. We recognise that candidates may demonstrate suitability in different ways and value transferable skills, a positive approach, and a willingness to learn.

If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the above email address. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive.

Equal Opportunities:

Balgove Larder is committed to the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion and aims to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Application question(s):

• Why do you want to work at Balgove Larder?
• What makes you a suitable candidate for this position?

Experience:

• Retail sales: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person