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Retail Closing Supervisor

Close of applications: 09:00, 9 June 2025

The Shop is open 7am - 8pm Monday to Friday and weekends 9am - 4pm (during term time).

The shifts for this role are typically weekdays, 2pm – 10pm or 12pm – 8pm. There will be occasional weekend work to help cover absences. Outside of university term times, shifts are likely to be 10am – 6pm. During holidays the shop is closed over weekends except for some open days.

This role is NOT suitable for current students due to the shift pattern; due to this we are unable to accommodate academic commitments.

The Role

The successful candidate will join the Retail Team at SUSU and help deliver our growing offers in The Shop (convenience store). https://www.susu.org/eat-drink-shop/the-shop/

You will play a part in driving the high standards expected in the store. This role will be ideal for someone who is passionate about customer service, and able to deliver it in a way that is appropriate to our audience.

The successful candidate should also be able to demonstrate that they can lead a team.   

SUSU is a not-for-profit organisation and as such all revenue generated goes back into funding the activities of the Students’ Union.

About You

You will need to be a motivated and engaged individual with a passion for delivering high standards daily.

You will be passionate about retail and customer service and keen to work with the team to develop your skills and knowledge further.

You will need to be organised and have knowledge of food safety although we will deliver Food Hygiene training to successful candidates.

About Us

We are the University of Southampton Students' Union (SUSU). Independent from the University, we're run by students, for students and our vision is that every student loves their time at Southampton.

As an employer, we offer a range of benefits:

Holiday of 24 days per annum. In addition, there are eight closure holiday days during Easter and Christmas and eight bank holidays.

Defined contributions pension scheme where we contribute 10%.

Discounted bus passes (UniLink and Blue Star) and a cycle scheme

To find out more, visit our website here.

Apply Now

You can easily apply using your CV and covering letter by clicking on 'Apply Now'.

For further information prior to submitting your application, please contact Szymon Malecki-Willis (Retail Manager) by emailing s.malecki-willis@soton.ac.uk

To know before applying:

Regretfully, SUSU is NOT a sponsoring organisation and is, therefore, not able to sponsor you for a visa if you require one (such as Tier 2) to work in the UK.

Please note feedback will not be provided if you are not shortlisted for interview.  

SUSU is an equal opportunities employer that values a diverse workforce and we want to reflect the student body that we represent. We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination and will ensure that our recruitment activities are mindful of equality and diversity matters. 

Closing date: 9am Monday 9th June

Interview Date: 17th June