Shop manager/buyer – closing date 31 January 2024

True Food is a community co-operative, selling organic, ethical and zero waste good and household products.

This role is 25 hours per week, working Tuesday to Friday, with occasional Saturday working. You would be one of three shop managers taking responsibility for managing the shop supported by (and managing) volunteers. In addition you would buy products for us to sell, manage deliveries and plan and manage stock levels. You would lead on developing new lines in collaboration with other staff and stakeholders.

Essential skills include the ability to work as part of a team, good interpersonal and communication skills. In addition you need good numerical and problem solving skills, and proficiency with IT systems and tools (such as spreadsheets). This role also requires the ability to undertake safe manual handling of goods.

We are committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Flexibility around working hours will be considered in line with business needs.
There is a generous discount for your personal purchases in the shop, 28 days holiday per annum (pro rata) and an occupational pension scheme. The salary is currently £16,536 (£12.72 per hour) and is reviewed annually. Staff training is provided.

Organisation
Address Line 1
Grove Road
Address line 3
Emmer Green
Town
Reading
Postcode
RG4 8LJ
Contract type
Part timePermanent
Location
Central Reading
Salary
£16,536 pa
Contact
Cathy Hughes. Chair of True Food
Main contact telephone
0118 946 1188
How to apply

For more information and to apply for the role, please visit our website https://truefood.coop/ and complete the application form.

To chat about the job then feel free to call into our shop or email chair@truefood.coop

Open for applications from
15 January 2024
Closing date for applications
31 January 2024
Will my application be acknowledged?
All applicants, successful or otherwise, can expect to receive a reply from us in due course