Overview

• The group opened applications for 17,000 temporary roles at Sainsbury’s and 2,000 at Argos to support the peak festive period.
• Positions cover customer service, shelf replenishment, warehouse fulfilment and driving across the UK network.
• Hourly pay ranges are £12.60–£13.85 for in‑store and fulfilment roles, £13.60–£14.85 for Argos drivers, and £14.10–£15.35 for Sainsbury’s drivers.
• Seasonal staff receive free food during shifts and a 10% employee discount that rises to 15% on specified days.
• Candidates can apply via sainsburys.jobs/christmas as recruitment begins across nearly 600 supermarkets and more than 800 convenience stores.