A nationwide recruitment drive for 19,000 festive workers has been launched by Sainsbury’s and Argos.
The recruitment drive includes 17,000 roles at Sainsbury’s and 2,000 at Argos.
Sainsbury’s has a number oif stores in Gedling borough and a branch of Argos at Colwick.
Temporary employees will be tasked with replenishing shelves, serving customers and delivering last-minute gifts to customers’ homes.
The retailer will providing free food during shifts over the festive season, and is offering eligible staff a 10% discount at Sainsbury’s and Argos, rising to 15% every Friday and Saturday at Sainsbury’s, and on payday at Argos.
Seasonal staff will be hired on fixed-term contracts ranging from four to 12 weeks.

Sainsbury’s chief retail, logistics and supply chain officer Tracey Clements said: “We’re looking forward to welcoming thousands of new team members to help us deliver great-tasting festive products, unbeatable value and brilliant service across our stores, fulfilment centres and out on the road, delivering to customers in communities across the UK.
“Whether joining us for the first time or returning to share the festive spirit once again, we’re proud to grow our team for the most exciting time of the year.”
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