Food Team Leader

TN United Kingdom; Misterton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Team Leader to inspire and lead a dedicated team in a fast-paced food retail environment. You will play a crucial role in maintaining high standards and excellent customer service while managing daily operations. This role offers the chance to make a real impact in your community by ensuring your store is welcoming and efficient. With a focus on team collaboration and customer satisfaction, you will enjoy a supportive workplace with great benefits, including generous leave and pension contributions. If you are passionate about leadership and customer service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Pension scheme with up to 12% employer contributions

Generous colleague discounts

Annual discretionary bonuses

Work schedules available four weeks in advance

Free tea and coffee during rest breaks

Qualifications

• Experience in leading teams and managing store operations.
• Ability to build strong relationships and foster collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage produce freshness, inventory, and cash processes.
• Support colleagues with scheduling and people management activities.

Skills

Team Leadership

Customer Service

Inventory Management

Communication

Job description

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Our Food Stores and Leadership Role

Our food stores and their teams are at the heart of many local communities. Every great team needs dependable leadership. As a Team Leader, you'll motivate the team, delegate tasks, and actively participate in daily operations to help our stores deliver excellent results and uphold high standards.

You’ll be at the forefront of our business, leading by example to inspire your team to engage and share ideas, ensuring your store remains welcoming and efficient for our customers. Your responsibilities include:

1. Managing produce freshness, inventory, stock, and cash processes.
2. Monitoring dates and prices, minimizing stock loss, and ensuring reductions are visible.
3. Performing stock takes and gap checks for stock control.
4. Supporting colleagues with people management activities, such as holiday requests and scheduling, alongside the Store Manager.
5. Traveling to support sites in the local area when needed (preferred).

As a keyholder, you will be responsible for opening and closing the store, ensuring safety and security at all times. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is essential.

About You

Our Store Leaders work in a fast-paced, energetic environment. You should work with enthusiasm, pace, and initiative, serving as a role model and point of contact for your team. We look for candidates who:

• Have previous experience leading a sizable team (training will be provided if not).
• Can build strong relationships with colleagues to foster a collaborative environment.
• Possess a genuine passion for customer service and creating positive store experiences.
• Are reliable, dependable, and act as brand ambassadors.
• Can help us achieve our purpose by being inspiring, helpful, and trustworthy.

You must be over 18 years old to authorise age-related sales.

Benefits

Working with us offers fantastic benefits, including:

• 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays, pro-rata).
• Pension scheme with up to 12% employer contributions.
• Generous colleague discounts across our family of businesses.
• Annual discretionary bonuses to reward your hard work.
• Work schedules available four weeks in advance for better planning.
• Free tea and coffee during rest breaks.