Assistant Manager Preston Area

Simtrava; Preston; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sim Trava Star Points

Rewards portal discounts

Free drinks on shift

50% off food

Costa Coffee discount 25%

Birthday surprise

Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory pension

Tailored training plan

Job summary

Sim Trava Preston is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead a busy cafe team and deliver outstanding guest experiences. You will support the Store Manager, train staff, and uphold brand standards while driving KPIs and cost controls.

This role focuses on rota planning, customer service excellence, and daily operations in a fast-paced environment. Join a team that values development, Costa partnerships, and recognition through our Star Points scheme, with a comprehensive benefits package and a

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory/management experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to train and develop the team to deliver great guest experiences.
• Reliable, committed and proactive with a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Execute rota planning to control labour and deploy staff effectively.
• Monitor store KPIs and translate into daily actions.
• Lead and develop the team to grow with Sim Trava.
• Implement marketing updates and brief the team on new POS.
• Ensure cash and stock handling is secure and brand standards are met.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Assistant Manager – PermanentRole - Full Time 42.5hrsLocation -At Sim Trava, we pride ourselves on teamwork, delivering the perfect cup of coffee and making all our guests experience memorable. As Assistant Manager you will be part of the Sim Trava family, delivering our Values and enjoying the benefits we have to offer.Benefits:Sim Trava Star Points awarded for recognition and performance; you can spend these Star points on a wide range of products.Access to Sim Trava Rewards portal, which includes discounts at many retailers, cash back on shopping and fuel cards.Whilst on shift free hand-crafted drinks, along with 50% off food and the wider drinks range.Costa Coffee discount card giving you 25% discount off in the nation’s favourite coffee shop.Surprise on your birthday!Wellbeing support with Employee Assistance Programme.Contributory pension provided.Personal and individual training plan specifically tailored to your requirements.What we are looking for from you:You will be open and honest, have good communication skills and a can-do attitude. As a natural team leader who supports the Store Manager in running the store effectively and efficiently, shares their skills by training and developing the team, so that on every shift an unbeatable coffee experience is delivered to every guest. We are looking for someone who have previous supervisory / management experience who is reliable and committed used to working in a fast-paced environment, and who continually wants to overachieve in their role.The RoleAs an Assistant Manager you will be an inspiring team leader, who is passionate about the Company and always applies brand standards. You will have the energy and enthusiasm to deliver outstanding customer service. At all times be an Ambassador for the Sim Trava Values. In addition to this you will also be responsible for the following:Execute all aspects of rota planning ensuring the effective control of labour and that every team member is deployed effectively to meet trading needs.Understand and monitor the store KPIs and translate to daily actions.Demonstrate great leadership in developing team members and supporting them so they are inspired to grow with Sim Trava.Implement marketing updates ensuring new POS is briefed to the team to guarantee continued success of the store.Ensure cash and stock handling is always kept secure.Oversee the delivery of all brand standards throughout the shift, ensuring complete customer satisfaction.Understand the importance of the Sim Trava policies and procedures together with Costa check standards, Health & Safety checks and taking all necessary remedial action and escalating as required.Taking all opportunities to develop yourself using the Sim Trava development plans together with the MyCostaLearning tools to the Store Manager roleSalary £30,500 per annumStatus PermanentType Full timeApplications Begin 12 October 2026Closing Date for Applications 02 December 2026LocationPrestonPR1United Kingdom