Ocean Wells

Retail assistant

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Oxford, Oxford District, OxfordshireMember since 23 June 2025

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About

I a m a reliable a n d m o t i v a t e d individual with a strong work ethic and a passion for delivering excellent service. I thrive both in t e a m environments and when working independently.

While I may be initially shy, I quickly adapt and b e c o m e confident and sociable in the workplace. I enjoy learning new skills and take pride in completing tasks to a high standard.

Experience

Sales Assistant, December 2021 – Current.

Home Bargains, Botley, Oxfordshire

I am a sales assistant in a busy shop environment, working in many different departments throughout the store

Prepared food, with hygiene training provided internally by the company.
Served food to customers in a friendly and kind manner, making sure that the customers orders are well above the expected standard
Was responsible for the cleanliness and hygiene of the café and bakery, ensuring that at the end of the day everything was clean.
Trained on how to use industrial ovens and was responsible for temperature checking through-out the day.
This also included date checking and ensuring that items were taken off the shelves/ out of the fridge.
Ensured that there was no cross-contamination within the bakery, being aware of dietary allergens.
Maintained the organisation through-out the shop, particularly at peak times.
Working through a list of items within a certain time-frame and ensuring that any mislaid items are correctly re-placed.
Training on a till and handling cash.
Using problem solving skills to deal with returns of items and any difficulties in receipts.
Being able to deal with particularly difficult clients and using a calm and strong tone to ensure that the best help was given.
Working well in a team environment to meet larger store goals and demands.

Sales Assistant, November 2021 - December 2021

Crafters Emporium, Oxford, Oxfordshire

General sales assistant in a local emporium, where small businesses were given an opportunity to sell their merchandise.

Maintaining a confident and welcoming demeanour to all customers.
Ensuring a particular depth of knowledge on the stock within the emporium.
Replenishing the stock
Knowledge of basic Microsoft Office.
Using professional language to speak to small business owners and maintain a strong relationship with them.
Being responsible for the store presentation