Part-time job

The part-time job in retail

Part-time work in retail means being at the heart of the action and actively contributing to the daily success of your store - with a working time model that offers you flexibility and predictability in your job. You are firmly integrated into the team, take on responsible tasks in day-to-day sales and are an important point of contact for customers. Thanks to your regular working hours, you know the processes, product range and colleagues inside out and ensure smooth processes together with your team. You can bring your own standards of service, quality and teamwork to the job. Your employer will support you with clear structures, reliable processes and a strong team in the background.

Typical working day in a part-time job

Part-time jobs in retail are versatile and varied. You are involved in many processes, support your team in day-to-day business and ensure that the store is well organized at all times.

This is what you can expect from a part-time job in retail:
Customer advice and sales:You provide customers with expert advice, respond to their wishes and ensure a positive shopping experience with your high standards of service.
Product presentation and shelf maintenance:You take care of an appealing presentation, correct price labeling and full shelves.
Cashier activity:You process payment transactions reliably and ensure that purchases are completed in a friendly manner.
Goods receipt and inspection:You will assist with the receipt, inspection and storage of goods.
Compliance with quality and hygiene standards:Cleanliness, freshness and tidiness are your top priorities.
Teamwork:In your part-time job, you will work closely with colleagues from Sales and Logistics.

Tasks and activities

One Part-time employment in retail covers a wide range of tasks and offers you responsibility in day-to-day operations.

The main activities during your working hours include

• Active sales and service-oriented customer advice
• Work at the cash desk including billing
• Checking, clearing and restocking goods
• Monitoring order, cleanliness and freshness
• Support with incoming goods and warehouse processes
• Collaboration in the placement of campaigns, special placements and conversions
• Active contribution to a positive shopping experience

Depending on the area of application, the tasks can be part-time jobs vary.

Qualifications and skills

For a part-time job in retail, professional experience is an advantage, but not a must. Much more important is your motivation to develop yourself further and actively shape your career.

These qualities are particularly helpful in your part-time job:

• Enjoy dealing with people
• Friendly and professional demeanor
• Careful and responsible way of working
• High level of commitment and reliability
• Ability to work in a team and strong communication skills
• Flexibility within your agreed working hours

Teaching and qualification

For part-time employment in retail, a completed apprenticeship in retail is an advantage, but not a requirement. Career changers are also welcome.

Particularly helpful for the job are:

• An apprenticeship in retail or comparable professional experience
• Experience in customer contact or sales
• Basic knowledge of cash register systems and merchandise management
• German language skills appropriate to the job

Income and salary

A part-time job at REWE Group offers you fair and secure conditions with a salary based on the full-time collective agreement wage of at least €2,251 gross per month - pro rata according to your agreed working hours.

You also benefit on the job from:

• Special payments and employee discounts
• Offers for health and retirement provision
• Further training and development opportunities
• Regulated vacation for your relaxation and a good work-life balance

Requirements and prerequisites

Ideally, you should have the following when starting a part-time job:

• Completed apprenticeship or relevant professional experience (not mandatory)
• Enjoy direct customer contact
• Reliable and responsible way of working
• Interest in retail and sales processes
• Motivation to develop yourself professionally and personally

Career opportunities and prospects

Part-time employment is the ideal basis for a long-term career in retail and can also be optimally combined with your personal life phases. Thanks to your permanent integration into the team, you can develop in a targeted manner, take on responsibility and grow step by step in your job.

These prospects await you in your new job:

• Specialization in certain areas (e.g. checkout, freshness, goods management)
• Taking on additional tasks and deputy functions
• Promotion opportunities up to department or branch management
• Participation in internal training and development programs

What we offer you

So that you feel comfortable in your part-time job, we offer you:

• Structured training and clear processes
• An appreciative and supportive team
• Working environment with high standards of appreciation and cooperation
• Attractive employee discounts
• Health promotion offers
• Plannable working hours
• Good work-life balance (for example, the option of part-time parental leave, part-time care or part-time retirement)