Full-time Retail Assistants / Store Person
The Students' Union Shop (XL) @ University of Galway is hiring!
Description
Full-time staff required for the Students' Union Shop (XL) located on campus at the University of Galway starting at the beginning of September 2026.
Duties include
Attending to the needs of customers and maintaining a high standard of service.
Ensuring that all company procedures, including HACCP, are adhered to at all times.
Operating tills and reconciling cash at the end of shift.
Stock order, goods inwards and product replenishment duties
Merchandising displays and making sure all SEL’s are correct
Rotating products in line with best practice to ensure zero waste levels are achieved
Goods Inwards duties include receiving deliveries from suppliers, checking products against delivery dockets and stocking deliveries in the storeroom prior to being needed on the shop floor- sales area
Full training will be provided in the areas listed above.
Benefits
Notable non-pay benefits, including food drinks paid for by the company, commensurate with length of shift.
Friendly workplace with flexible and sociable working hours / days.
Guaranteed Christmas / New Year and summer holiday.
On-site Parking available.
Successful candidates
Will be flexible and able to work varied shifts.
Be good communicators.
Enjoy working with customers in a busy, fast-paced environment.
Good level of personal and work space hygiene essential.
Previous experience is an advantage
Proficiency in the English language is essential.
About the Employer
The Students' Union Shop:
Is the only convenience store on campus at University of Galway.
To apply, please submit the following for consideration:
Your current CV.
Two recent references.
Application deadline: 5pm, Friday 16th August 2026
