Department
Retail

Location
Colchester Zoo

Employment Type
Part time

Hours Per Week
Zero hour position

Salary
To be discussed at interview

If you are interested in applying, please complete the Application Form below and send the completed form along with your CV by email to lornapotter@colchesterzoo.org

  • Meet and warmly welcome customers as they enter the shop.
  • Assist customers with any enquiries.
  • Enter sales on cash registers and handle customer payments.
  • Keep up to date with promotions and pricing in order to provide advice to customers.
  • Replenish, promote and display product lines to maximise sales.
  • Help ensure hygiene and cleanliness within the store.
  • Previous experience within the retail industry is desirable but not required.
  • Full training will be provided.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work both within a team and individually.

Working Environment

  • Colchester Zoo is a non-smoking environment and smoking is not permitted by members of staff whilst on the premises.
  • Colchester Zoo is an equal opportunities employer.

Benefits

  • FREE Zoo visits*
  • FREE onsite parking
  • Work place pension scheme
  • Staff events
  • Discounts on Animal Adoptions, Zoo Passes and Animal Experiences*
  • Discounts in the Outpost Gift Shop*
  • Discounts in food outlets
  • Annual leave which accrues based on hours of work
  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Regular training

*Benefits dependent on probation period.