Co-op are the UK’s sixth biggest food retailer. Thanks to our network of 2,500 local, convenience and medium-sized stores, you’ll find jobs on offer nationwide.
Co-op stands for something different. We’re owned by 4.5 million members, and we give our profits back to them and their communities. A career with Co-op gives you the opportunity to do work that matters.
In our food stores you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference in your local community. Whether you’re a store manager, team leader or team member you’ll be the friendly face our customers see every day.
Our food team is the face of Co-op, we believe in being welcoming, friendly and helpful and if that describes you too we think you’ll enjoy working in Food. You can expect a fast pace throughout the working day, with colleagues working together to get things done. You can also look forward to the kind of support, rewards and benefits that make us unique.
Caring for our community starts with caring for our colleagues.
Roles
Customer Team Member
As a customer team member you’ll be part of a business that’s truly different. There’s lots to do in this role and the pace is always fast, with different duties to take on through your shift. From giving great customer service and keeping the store well stocked, to preparing bakery products and promoting our membership offer. It’s a varied role and a great place to start your career in retail.
Customer Team Leader
As a customer team leader, you’ll help the store manager with the day to day running of your store. Leading the store team, you’ll be responsible for maintaining high standards, supporting your colleagues to provide great service, and making sure the store is always well stocked and presentable. You’ll also be a key holder, and we’ll look to you to help ensure your store is always safe and secure. Being a team leader will give you the foundations you need to become a Co-op leader and grow your career in retail.
Store Manager
As a store manager you’ll need to combine your community spirit with commercial awareness and leadership skills to deliver great sales results. We’ll also look to you to grow and lead the store team and show every customer you’re here to help them and their community. Being a store manager isn’t easy, but with opportunities to get involved in projects and plenty of development on offer, it’s one of the most rewarding jobs in retail.