Deputy General Manager Bench

Buzz Bingo; Lymm; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing app & GP access

Thrive App for mental wellbeing

Buzz Brights Apprenticeships

Buzz Brilliance Awards

Buzz Learning platform with 100s of on

Job summary

Buzz Bingo in Cheshire is seeking a Deputy General Manager (Bench) to support multiple clubs. This full-time role requires flexible hours across all opening times, working 44 hours over 7 days with the ability to cover different locations as needed.

Salary up to £34,500 depending on experience, with a strong focus on delivering Buzz Bingo brand values and exceptional customer service. You will deputise for the General Manager, contribute to local strategic plans, and drive KPI performance while

Qualifications

• Experience managing a team in a face-to-face customer service role.
• Evidence of bringing business awareness to decision making and understanding commercial drivers.
• Setting an example for customer service and interaction on the floor.
• Relentless focus on customer service standards with attention to detail.
• Willingness to develop self and others and drive new initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assist the General Manager in ensuring the customer experience is consistently delivered across the Customer journey.
• Assist the General Manager to implement the brand strategy locally.
• Deputise for the General Manager in all operational aspects of the Club.
• Recognise and appreciate team members who go the extra mile.
• Evaluate actions to maintain and improve KPI performance based on data from the General Manager.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels to maximise customer service throughout the day.
• Contribute to the club's local strategic plan on a trimester basis.
• Provide performance expectations via regular feedback and reviews.
• Foster a culture of exceptional service through coaching and support.
• Address customer feedback and respond appropriately.
• Generate new members and drive repeat visits including data capture.

Skills

Team management

Customer service

Business awareness

Leadership

Staff development

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy General Manager Bench to join us here at Buzz Bingo in Cheshire. This is a bench role, meaning you'll be working flexibly across multiple clubs in the area, supporting different locations as required. This role is working full time 44 hours over 7 days a week and you must be fully flexible to work during all opening hours, paying up to £34,500 depending on experience.

Join Our Team of Remarkable People

At Buzz Bingo, together we're on a mission to be the Nation's No 1 Choice for Bingo. Our teams in Clubs across the country and in our Support Centre are smart and passionate about what they do. We know each person here can make a big difference, so we'll support your professional goals, give you what you need to thrive, and celebrate your success along the way!

We believe in the power of Bingo to bring people together, and it is that spirit of connection - online and in Club - that makes us a Bingo business unlike any other.

The Role You'll Play

As Deputy Manager you'll play a key part in making sure there is consistent delivery of the Buzz Bingo Brand Values, and a culture of exceptional customer service, at each point of the Customer journey. You'll also assist the General Manager to implement the brand strategy flawlessly at a local level and provide input to the club's local strategic plan.

Hit the Jackpot with Our Benefits

In return for everything you bring, we offer an exciting role in a dynamic business and a great rewards package. We'll help you build your skills and career as you work with us in a business that never stands still. That means you'll have access to:

• - a physical and mental wellbeing app for you and your family giving you fast remote access to a GP for advice and more
• Thrive App - for your mental wellbeing approved by the NHS
• Buzz Brights Apprenticeships
• Buzz Brilliance Awards - Employee Recognition Scheme
• Buzz Learning, our digital learning platform with access to 100s of online courses
• In-house training - IOSH, First Aid, Fire Safety, Gamcare and more
• Access to Trained Mental Health Advocates for advice on your mental wellbeing
• 5 weeks Annual Leave plus Public Holidays (Prorated accordingly for part time Colleagues)
• Buy Holidays Salary Sacrifice Scheme - opportunity to buy an extra week's holiday (if eligible)
• Staff discount 50% off bingo tickets, food & soft drinks
• Refer a Friend Scheme for Support Centre and Club Management roles
• Life Assurance
• Pension Scheme

The Winning Combination We're Looking For

• Previous experience of managing a team in a face-to-face customer service role, ideally within a leisure, gaming, hospitality or retail environment
• Evidence of bringing business awareness to decision making and understands the commercial drivers of the business
• Evidence of setting an example for customer service and interaction 'on the floor'
• A relentless focus upon customer service standards with strong attention to detail
• Self-aware and welcomes constructive feedback
• Committed to your own and other's development
• Evidence of being able to manage and drive new initiatives
• You are driven by a need to deliver tangible results

Your Responsibilities as Part of Our Team

• Assist the General Manager in ensuring that the customer experience is consistently delivered at each point in the customer journey
• Assist the General Manager to implement the brand strategy flawlessly at a local level
• Deputise for the General Manager in all operational aspects of the Club
• Seek opportunities to recognise and appreciate those that go the extra mile
• Evaluate actions to maintain and improve KPI performance, based on information provided by the General Manager
• Ensure adequate levels of staff are deployed in each area to maximise customer service throughout the day
• Provide input to the club's local strategic plan on a trimester basis
• Provide performance expectations through regular feedback and the implementation of performance reviews for all members of the team
• Deliver a culture of exceptional customer service by coaching and encouraging team members to drive service levels in every session
• Critically evaluate the feedback received from all Customers and respond to this
• Generate new members and communicate with them appropriately to generate repeat visits including maximising data capture
• Have a highly visible presence in all areas of the club at peak trading times
• Effectively manage the team in their day-to-day activities by directing, delegating, coaching, and supporting as required
• Ensure that the Company's legal obligations (Gaming and Licensing Laws, Employment Legislation, Health and Safety and Health and Hygiene) are being properly observed and adhered to
• Ensure the Club is operating in strict accordance with the Company's Operating Manuals, standards and procedures
• Ensuring you create a Safer Gambling Environment for all our Customers and Colleagues across all of our channels; online, in club and live

Applicants must be 18+