STAFF at Sainsbury’s in Friar Street celebrated the store’s 50th anniversary on Tuesday this week and 50 years ago the shop placed this advertisment for staff in anticipation of the grand opening...
October 11, 1963 – Come and work a five-day week at Sainsbury’s – “New self-
service store opening soon at Reading.
Young women required to train as cash register operators.
Commencing wage now of £8.20 for 19 and over, rising within six months to £8.12.0 (subject to satisfactory progress).
Women up to the age of 45 years for packing and weighing; groceries and provisions; and other store duties. Commencing wage now of £7.12.0, rising within six months to £8.2.0 (subject to satisfactory progress).
Training will take place locally. The positions are permanent and pensionable and full staff amenities will be available.”
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