Your PENNY job - Your career in retail
Would you like to get started in food retail and become part of a strong team that emphasizes cohesion, fairness and development? Then a job at PENNY is just right for you.
At PENNY, you play an active role in shaping everyday life and help to ensure that our customers experience fresh produce, fair prices and friendly service every day.
Whether you are looking for a new professional challenge, starting your career or looking for a secure perspective in your region - a job at PENNY opens up a wide range of opportunities in the Austrian food retail sector.
Working at PENNY - who we are
PENNY is a trading company of the REWE Group and is one of Austria's leading discount retailers. In over 300 stores, our employees ensure every day that customers enjoy a shopping experience that is simple, honest and reliable.
As an employer, PENNY stands for respectful cooperation, clear structures and the promotion of each individual. We value commitment, openness and team spirit - because only together can we create what makes us special: a shopping experience with heart and common sense.
Our store teams are the foundation of our success. They are in direct contact with our customers, ensure full shelves, freshness and order, and their friendliness creates an atmosphere in which customers feel comfortable.
With a job at PENNY, you become part of a company that lives and breathes closeness to people - day after day.
Entry opportunities at PENNY
Whether you are at the beginning of your career, already have experience in retail or are a career changer looking for a new direction - at PENNY you will find various job opportunities to suit you. Our stores offer you varied areas of activity with responsibility and prospects.
Typical jobs in the branch area are
Cashier:in- You are the first point of contact for our customers, advise them on questions, take care of the checkout and shelves, ensure freshness in the vegetable department and are responsible for ensuring that shopping runs smoothly and pleasantly.
Fleischhauer:in- In our stores with a meat department, you will work with high-quality, fresh products, take care of meat cutting and packaging, prepare meat and sausage products for sale and provide expert advice.
Deputy branch manager- You will support the store management in organizing the day-to-day business, managing the team and implementing our quality standards.
Branch management- You will take overall responsibility for your store, lead your team with experience and commitment and ensure that the business runs successfully.
Apprenticeship in retail- With a solid apprenticeship in the store, you will lay the foundation for your career in retail. You will learn everything about sales, merchandise knowledge and customer service - with the best chances of being taken on after graduation.
Apprenticeship meat seller:in- In this specialized apprenticeship, you will acquire specialist knowledge about meat processing, quality and advice. You will work directly on the product and create trust through competence and care.
Temporary help / part-time job- If you want to work flexibly, PENNY also offers part-time or part-time employment opportunities that are ideal for combining with school, studies or family.
Jobs und Stellenangebote bei Penny
Income, salary and hourly wage
Your income in a job at PENNY is based on the collective agreement for the Austrian retail sector and is adjusted according to your qualifications, experience and area of responsibility.
What counts for us is that performance is recognized - fairly, transparently and comprehensibly.
In addition to secure and punctual pay, at PENNY you benefit from numerous additional benefits that enrich your everyday working life:
- Discounted vouchers for numerous stores or events through the REWE works council
- Employee discounts at all REWE Group retail companies
- Company pension scheme
- Workplace health promotion
- Further training opportunities and individual support
It is important to us that you feel comfortable in your job and this is reflected in our general conditions.
Career opportunities and prospects
A job at PENNY means much more than just a job, because it is your springboard for a successful career in Austrian retail. Many of our managers started their career directly in the store - as an apprentice, sales assistant or deputy - and now hold positions of responsibility.
Your development at PENNY can take you step by step to the top:
From starting out as an employee through to branch management and beyond to district management or even management. With internal training programs, practical training and targeted support, we accompany you every step of the way.
We are convinced that anyone who shows commitment on the job, takes responsibility and enjoys their work will have every opportunity to develop and build a sustainable career at PENNY.
What strengthens you with us
We know that working in retail requires commitment and passion - that's why we create conditions that strengthen and support you.
When you start a job at PENNY, you benefit from:
- a secure job in a successful Austrian company,
- fair pay and attractive additional benefits,
- flexible working time models with shift operation for every life situation,
- wide range of training and further education opportunities,
- Health and well-being offers,
- Employee discounts and purchasing benefits,
- collegial, respectful cooperation,
- and real development opportunities within the REWE Group.
Together we will create a working environment in which you can grow, take on responsibility and be successful in the long term.
Jobs und Stellenangebote bei Penny
FAQ
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You can start your job with us as a sales assistant, butcher, apprentice, deputy store manager or store manager - depending on your experience and interests.
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Yes, career changers are very welcome at PENNY. We will prepare you specifically for your tasks in your job and support you during your induction.
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We offer apprenticeships in the retail and meat sectors. Both apprenticeships offer practical training with excellent opportunities for employment and promotion.
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Many of our employees start out as apprentices or in sales, then take on responsibility as deputy store managers and develop further to become store managers. Depending on their interests and commitment, there are also opportunities to take on additional responsibility, for example as a store manager or in other management functions within REWE Group.
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From full-time to part-time to part-time employment - together we will find the working model for your job that suits your life.