Open Day Interview: Supermarket & Hypermarket Frontline Position | UAE

<p><strong>About GMG:</strong></p><p><span>GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.</span></p><p><strong>Available Vacancies Below:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Baker</strong></p></li></ul><p>As a Baker, you will be responsible for preparing and baking a variety of fresh breads, including Arabic, French, and Portuguese types, by accurately weighing and mixing ingredients, operating bakery equipment, and following set recipes and production schedules. You will also ensure proper labeling of baked goods, coordinate with the warehouse for supplies, and maintain high standards of hygiene and safety throughout all baking processes.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Butcher</strong></p></li></ul><p>As a Butcher, you will be responsible for cutting, trimming, and preparing various meat cuts to customer specifications, ensuring quality, portion accuracy, and proper labeling. The role includes displaying products attractively, rotating stock to maintain freshness, providing excellent customer service with product recommendations, and maintaining strict hygiene and safety standards. You will also handle inventory by monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages or excess to support efficient operations.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Fishmonger</strong></p></li></ul><p>As a Fishmonger, you will be responsible for cleaning, cutting, filleting, and preparing various types of seafood according to customer specifications, while ensuring portion accuracy and quality standards. You will display products attractively, rotate stock to maintain freshness, inspect for quality and proper labeling, and dispose of expired items. The role also includes providing excellent customer service, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the Fishery section, handling tools safely, and monitoring inventory to support efficient stock management.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Commis Chef</strong></p></li></ul><p>As a Commis Chef, you will support the kitchen—our production site for all UAE stores—by assisting chefs with food preparation, cooking, and plating, while maintaining high standards of hygiene, food safety, and kitchen organization. This position is ideal for those passionate about cooking and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment, contributing to daily operations through proper food handling, equipment use, stock rotation, and effective teamwork under the guidance of experienced chefs.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Receiver</strong></p></li></ul><p>As a Receiver, you will ensure accurate scanning of supplier barcodes, conduct blind and manual checks on deliveries, and verify quantity, quality, and expiry of goods against guidelines. You’ll document shortages, handle return items (RTS/RTV), follow brand SOPs, support stock counts, and maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and professional appearance.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Admin</strong></p></li></ul><p>As an Admin, you will provide essential administrative support to ensure smooth operations within the department, handling paperwork, office procedures, and goods ordering tasks. Your responsibilities include processing incoming orders, managing stock requests—particularly for fast-moving items—maintaining accurate records and filing documents, and compiling weekly or monthly reports to support inventory tracking and operational efficiency.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Cashier</strong></p></li></ul><p>As a Cashier, you will efficiently handle all customer transactions—including cash, cards, vouchers, and foreign currency—while ensuring accuracy, speed, and professionalism. You’ll follow proper procedures for cash deposits and report discrepancies, provide customers with information on products and offers, maintain front-end displays during downtime, and ensure your workstation is clean and compliant with hygiene standards before and after each shift, all while adhering to standard operating procedures.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Stocker (Fruits & Vegetables / FMCG)</strong></p></li></ul><p>As a Stocker, you will be responsible for ensuring all products are properly stocked, cleanly displayed, and rotated in accordance with FIFO principles. You will maintain hygiene and presentation standards within your section, assist customers with inquiries, and coordinate with the warehouse to ensure timely stock replenishment. Additionally, you will remove expired or damaged items, accurately record waste for inventory control, and maintain a professional appearance while delivering excellent customer service.</p><p></p><p>Note: The positions listed above are available exclusively <strong>for UAE locations</strong>. If you are interested in any of these roles, please submit your application.</p><hr><h4><span><strong><em>Interview Schedule</em></strong></span></h4><p><strong>Tuesday, 28 July 2026</strong><br>Positions: Baker, Butcher, Fishmonger, Commis Chef & Receiver</p><p><strong>Thursday, 30 July 2026</strong><br>Positions: Admin, Cashier & Stocker (Grocery / Fruits & Vegetables)</p><p><br><strong>Other details such as location and interview timings will be communicated on your registered email address after submitting your application.</strong></p>

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