Use this covering letter example if you are going to apply for a shop assistant job in the UK.
As a Shop Assistant you will be responsible for:
Replenishing stock levels
General housekeeping
Dealing with customer queries on occasion
Working as part of a team
Your duties will include:
Supporting management and as part of a high performing team, you would play a key role in the smooth running of the shop, ensuring that all customers receive great products and a friendly service at all times. Key responsibilities will include opening and closing, stock counting, cashing up, food preparation, keeping an eye on every detail that goes into the efficient operation of the shop as well as ensuring that it is clean, hygienic and welcoming at all times.
Cover Letter Shop Assistant
Dear ,
I am sending you this covering letter and CV in regard to the position advertised in . With these documents, I would like to apply to the position of shop assistant.
I have a passion for working on the shop floor. The interaction with both other members of staff and the consumer is really what makes a job worthwhile in my eyes. This is because every interaction is different, which gives a shop assistant role something that few other jobs can offer. I always take my role very seriously, when I worked at I was fully professional at all times.
It is important that a shop assistant is happy and outgoing at all times. I never shy away on the shop floor and will always ask the customer if they need help because I understand that some consumers are shy and will not approach a member of staff for help.
Please take the time to read my resume, which I believe you will find more than suitable for this role. If you want to discuss my application, please call me on .
Yours Sincerely,
Here’s another example…
Shop Assistant
Name (if possible)
Manager
Address
Dear Mr/Mrs..
Re: Shop Assistant Vacancy
I am writing to apply for the above vacancy as I believe I have the experience and attitude to be a valuable member of your team. As you will see from my enclosed CV, I have had continual employment and gained valuable customer service training enabling me to carry out my work in a professional and efficient manner.
I am a highly motivated individual and very confident in my capability to work in a demanding retail environment. I enjoy my work and I am always willing to go the extra mile to help customers, working to high standards and delivering a quality service at all times. Throughout my career in this sector, I have proved my ability to meet targets effectively and be a good team player who actively contributes to the business operations.
I would be grateful if you could consider me for this post and I have enclosed my CV for your information. If you wish to discuss this further, please do not hesitate to contact me. I am available for interview at any time.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely (Yours faithfully if Dear Sir/Madam)