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F O O D R ETA I L

Security officer
Security officers are responsible
for keeping the store free from
crime - preventing shoplifting,
safeguarding cash and keeping staff
and customers safe. This includes
patrolling the premises, supervising
doors and monitoring CCTV.
What skills and qualifications
do I need? Many security officers
have a background in the armed
forces or police, but you can do
an apprenticeship. You need to be
confident in dealing with difficult
people and able to use your initiative.
You must also be aged over 18 and
pass a criminal records check.
How much can I earn? Salaries
start at £13,000, rising to £26,000
for security supervisors.

How much can I earn? Salaries start
at £20,000, rising to more than £80,000
for an experienced software developer.

WORDS CATHERINE FRANCIS
SOURCE: INSTITUTE OF GROCERY DISTRIBUTION

Food technologist
Ever wondered who creates the products
sold in supermarkets? A food technologist
researches and develops recipes, produces
samples, and designs the processes to
manufacture items in large quantities.
You'll also be responsible for ensuring
the safety and quality of products.
You can progress to become a project
leader or department manager, or
move into government research.
What skills and qualifications do I
need? A degree in food science or food
technology is usually required, although
a related degree such as chemistry or
nutrition may allow you to train on the
job. You'll need to be creative, analytical
and able to follow industry guidelines.
How much can I earn? Salaries
start around £20,000 and can rise
to £45,000 with experience.

Marketing executive
Food retail chains aim to build long-term
relationships with customers by being
seen as trustworthy and good value, with
great customer service. It is a marketing
executive's job to promote the brand
to current and potential customers by
creating marketing campaigns, using
print, TV, radio and digital channels.
You will also be responsible for
organising special promotions and store
events, and research market trends.
If you excel at your job, you can become
a marketing manager or director, either
in food retail or another industry.
What skills and qualifications
do I need? A degree in marketing,
business or advertising is helpful, but
apprenticeships and graduate training
schemes are available. You also need to be
creative, with excellent communication
skills and analytical ability.
How much can I earn? Salaries start
at £18,000 for new recruits, but senior
executives can earn £35,000 or more.

"I love my
job so much"
YVONNE CAFFREY HAS WORKED
FOR GREGGS FOR 32 YEARS,
WORKING UP FROM A TRAINEE TO
RETAIL OPERATIONS MANAGER
I started at
Greggs when
I was 16
as a shop
management
trainee on
a two-year
apprenticeship. I can't believe
that was nearly 32 years ago!
After my training, I became
an assistant manager and after
seven years I was made manager
and then area manager. I'm now
responsible for more than 100
stores in the north, and a team
of six area managers. I spend
a lot of time out and about.
Greggs has supported me
throughout my career. I wouldn't
have progressed without the
training and encouragement.
People who want to progress are
always supported here. We also
encourage those who have the
potential but not the confidence.
The best part about working
for Greggs is the people. That's
why I love my job so much. Well,
that and the sausage rolls!

Find out more
* Chartered Institute of
Procurement & Supply cips.org
* Institute of Grocery Distribution
igd.com
* Institute of Food Science and
Technology foodstart.org.uk
* Skills For Security
skillsforsecurity.org.uk

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http://www.cips.org http://www.igd.com http://foodstart.org.uk http://skillsforsecurity.org.uk

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