Customer Assistant - In Store Bakery - Rushden Lakes
- Team
- In Store
- Location
- Northampton, Northamptonshire
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Position type
- Part Time
- Salary
- £13.41 p/h
- Closing date: 20th April 2026
How We Hire
Everyone is welcome at M&S. No exceptions. It’s your background, abilities and differences that make you, uniquely you. And when you’re part of M&S, that individuality has the potential to make waves.
About the role
This section tells you all you need to know about the position and its responsibilities, outlining everything we hope to see in a successful candidate.
All the details
Work Pattern:
Week 1
Tuesday 05:30-13:30
Thursday 05:30-13:30
Saturday 05:30-13:30
Week 2
Sunday 08:00-16:00
Thursday 05:30-13:30
Friday 05:30-13:30
This job role involves working with specialist cutting equipment and this means we can’t consider applications from anyone under the age of 18. This is to comply with the relevant health and safety legislation and to keep our colleagues safe in the workplace.
Join our team at M&S as a Customer Assistant in our Bakery section, working at the sharp end of fresh produce, under pressure and with precision. We're seeking passionate individuals with a love for food that strive for perfection every day.
You'll be a hands-on, sleeves-up brand ambassador bringing energy and attention to detail to every shift – delivering hot bread, fresh perspectives, and fast, five-star service to our customers.
- At M&S, our customers don't wait. You’ll rise early, move quickly and put in the hard graft to maintain the highest standards in food quality and safety.
- You’ll confidently manage demand, keeping our shelves full and our customers impressed.
- Efficiency and effectiveness are key aspects of your role. You’ll balance speed with safety, making sure our bakery delivers freshness and availability even during peak hours.
- Being a team player is crucial. In this role, that means working closely with others while maintaining fast, high-quality output.
- Flexibility is vital. You’ll adapt to the rhythm of the store, working across different roles as needed and embracing each shift with determination.
This is a tough, fast-paced role – but one where you’ll see the impact of your work, every single day. Are you ready for it? Take Your Marks and apply today.
Meet the Team
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Mentorship
It’s important to us that our new colleagues feel supported in their roles and can learn from each other. That’s why we offer mentorship through our buddy system.
Flexible working
We’re a 24/7 business and our working patterns adapt to our customers’ needs. Worklife is our flexible working policy that gives colleagues the option for part-time working, a 4-day compressed week, or to job share if it’s in the best interests of everyone.
Benefits
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How to Apply
Here’s what to expect at each stage of the application process. This can change depending on the role you’ve applied to. If you need any reasonable adjustments made at any stage, let us know and we can help.
Send us your application
Fill in our short application form and hit submit.
Online assessment
We’ll invite you to take part in an online assessment. This could be before or after your interview.
In-person assessment centre
We’ll invite you to an in-person assessment centre or an interview. This process may differ depending on the role you’ve applied to.
Decision
After we’ve decided, we’ll be in touch. If you’ve been successful, we’ll officially invite you to join the team and let you know the next steps.
Customer Assistant - In Store Bakery - Rushden Lakes
- Team
- In Store
- Location
- Northampton, Northamptonshire
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Position type
- Part Time
- Salary
- £13.41 p/h
- Closing date: 20th April 2026
- Reference: 117256