SOC 7124 Sales occupations

Market and street traders and assistants Salary

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About this role

Market and street traders and assistants sell goods from market stalls, street pitches and outdoor retail locations. They source stock, set up displays, serve customers, handle cash and manage the daily operations of their trading pitch.

Key responsibilities

Setting up and dismantling market stalls and displays
Selling goods and serving customers
Handling cash and card payments
Sourcing and managing stock
Maintaining food hygiene and trading standards compliance

Qualifications and entry routes

No formal qualifications are required. Street trading licences from local authorities are needed. Food hygiene certification is mandatory for food traders. Cash handling and customer service skills are essential.

Career outlook

Farmers markets, street food and artisan markets have grown significantly. Regular markets face competition but remain important community retail spaces.