Duty Manager

A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd; Sherburn in Elmet; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday leave

Maternity/paternity leave

Cycle to work

Staff discount

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Wellbeing support

Long service awards

Flexible hours

Job summary

A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd, at the Sherburn SPAR store, seeks a Duty Manager to lead operations during shifts and drive exceptional customer service.

You will support the Store Manager, coach staff, manage performance, and help achieve store sales and profitability through strong leadership and Brilliant Basics.

Qualifications

• Needs prior management or supervisory experience in food retail or similar fast-paced setting.
• Demonstrates commitment to exceptional customer service standards.
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Capable of communicating and influencing at all levels within the team.
• Able to take appropriate action and make timely decisions.
• Promotes collaborative working across colleagues.
• Shows enthusiasm, flexibility and a positive attitude.
• Committed to developing own skills and applying learning to improve performance.

Responsibilities

• Support the Store Manager to ensure a safe, legal and high performing store, taking overall responsibility during Duty Manager shifts.
• Assist the Store Manager to deliver all store operations, objectives and KPI’s.
• Coach and support colleagues, developing a motivated and empowered team through a positive leadership style.
• Carry out performance management and absence management as appropriate.
• Occasionally open/close the store and oversee colleague safety, stock and cash security during shifts.
• Perform cash reconciliations, voids and refunds and other management tasks for till staff.
• Lead the team to deliver exceptional customer experiences and stand out from competitors.
• Engage with the local community to promote the store and its offerings.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.

Skills

Mgmt experience

Customer service

Planning & organisation

Communication

Decision making

Collaboration

Positive attitude

Continuous development

Job description

Minimum 16hours p/w- maybe more to suit needs of business / holiday cover etc

7am-3pm

3pm-11pm

Must be over 18

Are you a dynamic and experienced Leader/Supervisor ready to help at our award-winning Sherburn SPAR store? We are currently seeking a talented Duty Manager to help drive success and growth in this pivotal role.

About us:

At A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd, we’re proud of our heritage, but even more excited about our future. What started in Wolverhampton in 1917 as a small, family-run grocery store has grown into one of the UK’s largest privately owned businesses, employing over 5,000 people and generating a turnover of £1.2 billion. We combine the strength of a global brand, while maintaining the values of a family business. We’re constantly evolving, always looking for new and better ways to serve our customers and support our colleagues, making this an exciting place to build your career.

Today, we operate at the heart of communities across the UK, with 243 SPAR convenience stores and a thriving business spanning retail, food service, and wholesale distribution. Food and drink remain at the core of everything we do, driving our passion for quality, innovation, and exceptional customer experiences.

SPAR is the world’s largest international food retail chain, encompassing more than 13,800 stores in 48 countries. With more than 2,600 stores and a turnover in excess of £3 billion, SPAR is also the UK’s leading convenience store group. Being a ‘symbol’ group means that individual SPAR members retain their independence but enjoy the many benefits of being a part of a global brand.

Reporting to the Store Manager the Duty Manager will be helping to drive growth within the company owned Sherburn SPAR store. As a member of the Duty Manager team effective through all operational hours of the store, you will be responsible for supporting the Store Manager in leading and motivating a team of colleagues. You will be a member of the Store Manager’s leadership team ensuring excellent customer service, contributing to achieving store sales and profitability through ‘Brilliant Basics, Moments of Wow, Food For Later, Food For Now’.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the Store Manager to ensure a safe, legal and high performing store, whilst taking overall responsibility for the entire store during Duty Manager shifts
• Assisting the Store Manager to deliver all store operations, objectives and KPI’s
• Managing, coaching and supporting colleagues, assisting in developing a motivated and empowered team through a positive, engaging management style
• Carrying out performance management/absence management as appropriate
• Responsible for occasional opening/closing of the store, colleague safety and stock/cash security/accountability as appropriate during shifts
• Carrying out cash reconciliations, voids and refunds and other ‘management’ tasks for till colleagues
• Being a role model and leading the team to work together to provide an exceptional customer experience, setting us apart from our competitors
• Working with colleagues to promote the store by identifying and actioning opportunities to engage with and support the local community
• Adhering to all company policies and procedures and processes

Duty Manager Skills Required:

• Previous management or supervisor experience within a food retail or similar fast-paced operation
• Committed to achieving and sustaining exceptional customer service standards
• Able to plan, organise and prioritise effectively
• Ability to communicate and influence at all levels
• Able to take appropriate action and make decisions
• Committed to promoting collaborative working
• Enthusiastic and flexible with a positive attitude
• Committed to developing own skills and apply learning to improve own performance

What's in it for you?

• Holiday, Maternity and Paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements
• Cycle to work scheme
• Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi-diverse culture
• Gain hands‑on experience in a high volume, fast paced environment
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay packages
• Flexible working hours opportunity
• Excellent additional benefits package including:
  • Early access to your pay through ‘EarlyPay’
  • 24/7 access to your payslips via HR/Payroll portal
  • 12.5% Staff discount on fresh items & 10% Staff Discount on ambient products in our SPAR stores (ex. Alcohol & Cigarettes)
  • Wellbeing support - access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme
  • NEST pension scheme
  • Extra Holiday - Purchase Scheme
  • Long Service Awards

Inclusive environment

as a Disability Confident Committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Department

Retail - SPAR Store Management (inc Foodservice)

Contract type

Temporary

Hours

Minimum 16 Hours p/w - may be more to cover sick and holiday

£13.75 p/h plus uplift when applicable

Bonus Scheme, Company Sick Pay, Additional Holidays, Company Pension Scheme, Life Cover, Staff Discount, Long Service Awards, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Volunteering opportunities

Closing date for applications

15th October, 2026

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