Foodhall Manager

Caterpillar; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer is seeking a Foodhall Manager to oversee the store’s Ambient and Fresh food operations. You will ensure all areas are optimally stocked and presented while inspiring a team of department managers. The ideal candidate will have experience in food operations, strong leadership skills, and the ability to maintain high standards of compliance and customer service. This full-time position offers competitive salary and various employee benefits, including discounts and a comprehensive support program.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus benefits

15% colleague discount on Asda shopping

Discretionary company bonus scheme

Access to electric car scheme

Free eye test for you and a nominated user

Discounted rates on various services

Flexible pay and financial coaching

Company pension

Wellbeing support services

Parental leave policies

Special offers and discounts across services

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large food operations in a retail environment.
• Strong knowledge of both ambient and fresh food categories.
• A track record of leading teams to deliver commercial and customer outcomes.
• Confidence in managing compliance, food safety, and operational standards.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the store’s Ambient and Fresh food areas are stocked to the highest standards.
• Lead, coach, and manage department managers and staff.
• Use data and insight to drive performance and improve margins.
• Maintain compliance with food safety and operational policies.
• Balance commercial thinking with people leadership.

Skills

Managing large food operations

Knowledge of ambient and fresh food categories

Leading teams

Food safety compliance

Flexibility in shifts

Job description

Job Summary

As Foodhall Manager at Asda, you will take full ownership of the store’s Ambient and Fresh food operations — the most critical and high-impact areas of the business. You will ensure that every aisle is stocked, fresh, and ready for customers while leading and inspiring a team of department managers and colleagues to deliver exceptional standards of availability, service, and quality.

What We Expect From You

• Proven experience managing large food operations in a retail environment.
• Strong knowledge of both ambient and fresh food categories.
• A track record of leading teams to deliver commercial and customer outcomes.
• Confidence in managing compliance, food safety, and operational standards.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the store’s Ambient and Fresh food areas are fully stocked, fresh, and presented to the highest standards.
• Lead, coach, and manage department managers and staff, creating a culture of high performance and accountability.
• Use data and insight to drive performance, manage stock and waste, and improve margins.
• Maintain full compliance with food safety and operational policies.
• Balance commercial thinking with people leadership in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment.

What You’ll Bring

• Customer‑obsessed mindset with a passion for delivering excellent food retail standards.
• Operational strength in large‑scale food operations, from stock control to waste reduction.
• Commercial focus to drive sales, improve margins, and respond to customer trends.
• Inspirational leadership that coaches the team and fosters an environment of accountability.
• Detail‑oriented approach to maintain high standards of presentation, hygiene, and compliance.
• Adaptability to manage seasonal peaks, promotions, and change with confidence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus benefits.
• Colleague discount: 15% off Asda shopping for you and a nominated user from day 1.
• Discretionary company bonus scheme.
• Access to an enhanced electric car scheme.
• Free eye test for you and your nominated user.
• Discounted rates on Asda services (Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, Personal Loan, Pet Insurance, Travel Insurance, Travel Money, Tyres, Breakdown Cover).
• Flexible pay, income tracker, financial coaching, exclusive savings account, and much more.
• Company pension.
• Wellbeing support: 24/7 virtual GP, 24/7 EAP service, free counselling, legal, mortgage, cancer, and bereavement support.
• Asda Allies Inclusion Networks and colleague recognition programme.
• Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for fertility treatments.
• Special offers and discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas.

Role Information

• Job Title: Foodhall Manager
• Location: Shirley
• Employment Type: Full time
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Shift Pattern: Work Shift – Days
• Hours per Week: 45
• Closing Date: 21 December 2025
• Category: Store Management

Our Commitment

At Asda, we work to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are committed to providing equal opportunities in accordance with all legal requirements.