We're Hiring: Thrift Event Retail Assistant

Location: Manchester & Universities across the UK

About Us:

We are a passionate and fast-growing vintage clothing business, dedicated to making second-hand fashion more accessible and affordable through our popular thrift events. Based in Manchester, we host regular pop-up events showcasing high-quality vintage at unbeatable prices. We're expanding our reach with exciting events at universities across the UK and are looking for friendly, reliable retail assistants to join our team and help deliver an amazing shopping experience.

Role Overview:

As a Thrift Event Retail Assistant, you'll be part of the team running our events both at our Manchester warehouse (near Piccadilly Station) and at student unions across the country. You'll help with everything from setting up venues and transporting stock to assisting customers and operating the till. This is a hands-on retail role perfect for someone who loves vintage fashion, enjoys working with people, and thrives in a busy, fun environment.

Working Hours:

Manchester Events: Saturdays & Sundays (2 weekends per month) - 10.30am to 4.30pm each day

University Events: Weekdays (occasionally weekends) during:

  • September to first week of December
  • Last week of January to end of March
  • 1-3 events per week during these periods

Key Responsibilities:

  • Event Setup: Help set up venues, transport clothing rails and stock around different locations
  • Stock Management: Keep the shop floor and changing rooms tidy and well-stocked, hang and organise clothing displays
  • Till Operation: Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently using our till system
  • Customer Service: Welcome customers, answer questions, and help them find what they're looking for
  • Teamwork: Work closely with other staff to ensure events run smoothly and customers have a great experience
  • Travel Flexibility: Be prepared for overnight stays when working at universities outside the Manchester area

Required Skills & Attributes:

  • Passion for vintage fashion and sustainable shopping
  • Friendly, approachable, and confident working with customers
  • Reliable and punctual with strong attention to detail
  • Comfortable with physical work including moving rails and setting up events
  • Flexibility to travel across the UK for university events
  • Experience in retail or customer service is a plus
  • Comfortable working on your feet for several hours in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer:

  • All travel expenses covered for university events
  • Accommodation and meals paid for when overnight stays are required
  • 10% staff discount
  • Fun, creative working environment
  • Opportunity to travel and experience different cities and universities across the UK

Additional Info:

This is a flexible part-time role, ideal for students or anyone looking for varied work in a fun, creative environment. We welcome applications from people who can work both Manchester weekends and UK university events, as well as those who prefer just one type of event.

How To Apply:

Please send your CV and answer to the following questions to hello@vintage-folk.com outlining:

  • Why you're the perfect fit for the role
  • What days of the week you're available to work
  • Whether you can do UK-wide events with overnight stays or Manchester-based events only

Please put 'Thrift Event Retail Assistant' as the subject line.