Aldi has proactively extended job offers to employees affected by Wilko’s administration.
- More than 6,000 job positions are available across Aldi’s UK stores.
- Open roles span from store assistant to store manager, covering new and existing store vacancies.
- Aldi UK is currently recognised as the only supermarket paying for staff breaks, boosting overall remuneration.
- The initiative follows Aldi’s recognition as the UK’s cheapest supermarket for over a year.
Following the collapse of Wilko, Aldi has taken steps to invite former employees to apply for a wide array of job openings. More than 6,000 roles are currently available across its UK locations, offering a potential solution for those impacted by Wilko’s recent administration.
The employment opportunities at Aldi cover a range of positions from store assistant to store manager, highlighting the supermarket’s need to support both new and existing store operations. This recruitment drive aligns with Aldi’s goal to expand its workforce by 800 jobs in the coming months due to ongoing growth.
Aldi distinguishes itself in the UK supermarket industry by being the sole supermarket to pay for staff breaks. Store assistants are offered a starting pay of £11.40 per hour, increasing to £12.85 per hour for those in London. This benefit could potentially add up to £972 annually, enhancing employee compensation packages.
According to Kelly Stokes, Aldi UK’s Recruitment Director, the supermarket continues to experience an influx of customers each week, driving the need for a larger team. The goal is to employ thousands of new colleagues to sustain the growing demand attributed to Aldi’s attractive pricing strategy.
This initiative comes as Aldi is named the cheapest supermarket in the UK for 14 consecutive months, according to Which? The supermarket’s competitive pricing continues to draw consumers, reinforcing the need for increased staff to maintain service standards.
Aldi’s strategic hiring initiative offers crucial support to Wilko employees while addressing its own expansion needs.
