Shop Assistant Jobs

Shop Assistant jobs are open across retail, grocery, pharmacy, and specialty stores, from entry-level to senior sales roles, with specializations in customer service, visual merchandising, and inventory management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles336+
Top stateTexas
Top employerTake 5 Oil Change
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Oil Change Assistant Manager - Shop#1735 - 4940 Frederica St
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Oil Change Assistant Manager - Shop#1735 - 4940 Frederica St
Take 5 Oil Change
Owensboro, Kentucky
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Project Management
1,001-5,000

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Office Assistant / Customer Service - Automotive Repair Shop
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Office Assistant / Customer Service - Automotive Repair Shop
GT Transmissions
Ronkonkoma, New York
Customer Service
Customer Service & Support
Customer Support
$17 - $22/hr
On-Site

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Oil Change Assistant Manager - Shop#577 - 14245 W Capitol Dr
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Oil Change Assistant Manager - Shop#577 - 14245 W Capitol Dr
Take 5 Oil Change
Brookfield, Wisconsin
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
1,001-5,000

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Oil Change Assistant Manager - Shop#3043 -7945 Airline Dr
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Oil Change Assistant Manager - Shop#3043 -7945 Airline Dr
Take 5 Oil Change
Metairie, Louisiana
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
1,001-5,000

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Oil Change Assistant Manager - Shop#437 - 5235 Bellaire Blvd
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Oil Change Assistant Manager - Shop#437 - 5235 Bellaire Blvd
Take 5 Oil Change
Bellaire, Texas
Compliance & Legal
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
1,001-5,000

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Shop Assistant Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Take 5 Oil Change169
  • Driven Brands78
  • IMO Car Wash10
  • See's Candies3
  • fleurissimo2

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in shop assistant jobs.

  • Customer service experience in a retail or high-volume service environment
  • Familiarity with point-of-sale systems and cash handling procedures
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
  • Basic numeracy skills for processing transactions and counting inventory
  • High school diploma or equivalent education credential
  • Availability to work weekends, evenings, and peak holiday periods

Tips for Your Shop Assistant Job Search

Tailor your resume to retail keywords

Hiring managers scan for terms like point-of-sale systems, loss prevention awareness, stock replenishment, and upselling. Pull exact phrases from each job listing and weave them into your bullet points so your resume clears automated screening.

Highlight measurable floor contributions

Quantify what you did on the floor: units processed per shift, shrink reduction, or customer satisfaction scores. Retailers respond to proof of output, not just a list of duties you were assigned.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists shop assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target stores during their peak hiring windows

Retail hiring surges before the holiday season, back-to-school periods, and new store openings. Applying during these windows means more vacancies, faster decisions, and a higher chance of landing a full-time role rather than a temporary one.

Prepare scenario answers for common floor situations

Interviewers ask how you handled a difficult customer, a stockroom discrepancy, or a rushed close. Write out two or three real examples from past roles using the situation, action, and result format before your interview.

Negotiate your availability before accepting

Many shop assistant contracts hinge on shift flexibility. Before you accept an offer, clarify weekend expectations, holiday blackout periods, and minimum guaranteed hours so the schedule actually works for you long-term.

Shop Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most shop assistants?

Take 5 Oil Change, Driven Brands, and IMO Car Wash are hiring the most shop assistants right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Florida, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to increase around major retail seasons, so openings at these employers can turn over quickly.

How many shop assistant jobs are remote?

About 0% of shop assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how floor-based the role typically is. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote work are telephone or online customer support roles and some inventory coordination positions that do not require physical store presence.

How do you become a shop assistant?

Start by building basic customer service experience, even through volunteering or informal retail work. Familiarize yourself with common point-of-sale systems and cash handling. Apply to entry-level openings that match your availability, emphasize reliability and communication skills in your application, and be ready to demonstrate product knowledge during the interview.

Can you get hired as a shop assistant with no experience?

Yes, many retailers hire shop assistants with no formal retail background, especially for part-time and seasonal roles. Focus your application on transferable skills like communication, punctuality, and working with the public. Any experience handling cash, managing inventory, or helping customers in any setting, paid or unpaid, strengthens your case considerably.

What does the shop assistant interview process look like?

Most shop assistant interviews involve a short phone or in-store screening followed by a face-to-face conversation with a store manager or supervisor. Expect questions about your availability, how you handle difficult customers, and your familiarity with the product area. Some retailers include a brief practical component, such as a register walkthrough or a mock customer interaction.

Where can I find and apply to shop assistant jobs?

You can find and apply to shop assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your preferred location, hours, and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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