Careers at Abakhan

How to Apply
Do you have both a creative flair and a passion for providing amazing customer service? If so then you could be just the person for us!
If you're interested in applying for one of the available positions below, please submit your current CV along with information regarding your working availability (days & hours) to [email protected]. Please include the job reference number with your application.
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Cleaning Opportunities
Our Cleaning Operatives play an important role in maintaining the general appearance and outlook of our stores. Duties include vacuuming, mopping, dusting, wiping down surfaces, emptying bins, packing up rubbish for collection and recycling. You will also be responsible for keeping welfare facilities clean, cleaning offices as well as other associated duties. Previous experience is desirable.
Sales Assistant Opportunities
Our sales assistants are enthusiastic, motivated individuals who either have a passion for creativity or develop one while working in one of our stores. We are looking for team players who have excellent communication and customer service skills. Duties will include serving customers, calculating measurements, advising on products, till work, processing customer orders, merchandising and the replenishment of stock along with other duties associated with a retail environment. Previous retail experience is advantageous, as is an interest in the products we sell. Flexibility with working hours/days including weekends & Bank Holidays is essential.
Store Supervisors
Our Supervisors play an important part in the success of our business. Working as part of the store Management team you will be responsible for ensuring the store and sales team are fully equipped to offer all our customers both excellent service and an exceptional shopping experience.
Our Supervisors are enthusiastic, motivated individuals who either have a passion for creativity or develop one while working in one of our stores. Duties will include serving customers, calculating measurements, advising on product requirements, till work, dealing with enquiries and processing customer orders. You will also be required to merchandise products, check stock levels, incoming deliveries and replenish stock on a daily basis, along with other duties associated with a retail environment. You will be required to act as Duty Manager on a regular basis having responsibility for the whole branch in the absence of the other Management team.
With proven leadership skills, you will manage and motivate your sales team to succeed through effective communication and will be able to demonstrate excellent service and people skills. Supervisory experience in a similar role is required. Flexibility with working hours & days is essential. The successful candidate may be required to undergo a DBS check.
Please note, vacancies may be withdrawn sooner than the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed