General Manager

Leavetheherdbehind; Reading; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coffee company is seeking a General Manager for its thriving locations. This role involves overseeing store operations, driving sales, and leading a passionate team. Ideal candidates are experienced managers with a love for coffee and a desire for career progression.

Benefits

Weekly cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Rapid career progression

Free coffees and food item on shift

Retailer discounts

Access to a wellness app

Qualifications

• Must have management experience and be flexible with working hours.
• Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.
• Strong background in team management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day management of the store.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Drive sales and complete financial reports.
• Manage team performance and inspire staff.

Skills

Management Experience

Flexibility

Team Management

Sales and KPI Drive

Job description

Hours: 45 Contracted Hours Per Week -Full Time

Pay: £32,000 per annum - plus quarterly bonus scheme and competitive benefits

Requirements: Mon-Sun Flexibility, Management Experience

Are you a Black Sheep? Do you want to challenge the establishment and leave the herd behind? So do we! Black Sheep Coffee are ready to take down big corporate brands and rid the world of boring, average tasting coffee.

As our company grows it allows for rapid progression for our team so if you’re looking for a career not just a job; you’re in the right place. We’re looking the best managers in the business to lead our store teams and run our unique and thriving coffee shops.

What’s in it for you

• Weekly cash plan (money when you need it)
• Employee Assistance Programme for when you need advice
• Rapid career progression and development opportunities
• Free coffees and a free food item on shift
• Increase your monthly savings with the 5% Boost on Build Pots through Wagestream
• Access to hundreds of high street retailer discounts through Wagestream
• Access to a fully comprehensive wellness app offered as part of our employee assistance programme, including fitness, nutrition, wellbeing and mental health resources

What you’ll be doing

As a General Manager you will be responsible for one of our many thriving locations. You will take ownership of the day-to-day management of the store and use your experience to drive results and productivity.

• Forecast and deploy labour effectively, create team rotas to meet targets/budgets
• Ensure all compliance/health and safety standards are met. Keeping the store running smoothly
• Drive sales, profit and service excellence for your store and completing financial reports/stock takes
• Team Management; monitor quality of service and performance, coach and inspire your team!

What we’re looking for

We are after experienced and enthusiastic Managers who can drive sales and exceed KPI’s. With a strong background in team management and proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. We’re looking for people who are driven, communicative and passionate about all thing’s coffee!

About Black Sheep Coffee

We were founded by Eirik and Gabe, university flatmates who quit their job to leave the herd behind and embark on an exciting coffee journey. Striving not only to rid the world of boring coffee but to do this sustainability and ethically. Our coffee is sourced straight from plantation and our cups are fully recyclable. Black Sheep Coffee is the only retail coffee company in the world to serve 100% specialty grade Robusta Coffee. We also strive to support the homeless community with our free coffee board scheme so if you’re looking to be a part of a company that’s making a difference, jump on in.

Leave the herd behind and apply today!

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