Shop Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
About us
T Buttling Butchers is a small, family run butchers in Ludwell, just outside of Shaftesbury. Our goal is to provide a range of high-quality, locally sourced products to our customers, as well an outstanding level of customer service which has been a key part of our business for the last 45 years.
Our work environment includes:
- Relaxed atmosphere
- On-the-job training
We are seeking a versatile, enthusiastic and energetic part-time assistant who is at ease in a customer-facing role and able to adapt quickly to a variety of tasks.
We are looking for applicants who are:
- Enthusiastic about high-quality local food! You will be working to prepare a range of meat and dairy products for sale in our shop.
- Friendly and outgoing! One key responsibility will be serving and advising our customers in the shop. Good communication skills and a friendly attitude are key!
- Creative! We are always looking to develop new products. The ideal candidate will have a background in cooking and food preparation and the creativity to use our ingredients to create new and exciting seasonal products.
- Professional! Our reputation in the local area means everything to us and has always been a key part of our success. You will be representing us in the shop, as well as when out and about delivering products to a network of local village shops.
- Proactive & flexible team players! The small nature of our business means that applicants will be expected to adapt quickly to a variety of tasks. We have a supportive team and training will be provided but a can do attitude and a willingness to learn is essential!
As the role involves deliveries, we ask that applicants have a full UK driving licence.
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 22 per week
Salary: From £10.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Shaftesbury: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Shop Assistant roles across T Buttling Butchers's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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