Greggs Manager - Darlington

Asda Stores Ltd.; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supermarket chain in the UK is seeking a Restaurant Manager to oversee in-store food service operations for renowned brands like Greggs and Burger King. The role involves leading a team to maintain high standards of quality and customer service while ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a passion for food service and experience in managing teams. Attractive benefits including a competitive salary, colleague discounts, and a pension scheme are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Colleague discount

Company pension

Enhanced electric car scheme

Wellbeing support services

Qualifications

• Experience managing or supervising in food service or hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and operational compliance.
• Passion for leading teams and delivering great service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee in-store food service operations and manage multiple brands.
• Lead a team to ensure a high-quality customer experience.
• Drive performance and maintain food safety standards.

Skills

Customer focus

Operational efficiency

Leadership

Compliance knowledge

Commercial awareness

Job description

Overview

At Asda, we want you to find your everything. As our Restaurant Manager, you'll take charge of our in‑store food service operations, overseeing well‑known brands such as Greggs, Burger King, and Subway. You'll ensure each outlet delivers a consistent, high‑quality experience that meets brand standards and exceeds customer expectations. You'll lead a team of colleagues across multiple food service units, managing everything from staffing and compliance to customer service and operational efficiency. You'll be responsible for driving performance, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring smooth day‑to‑day running of each restaurant.

Key attributes

• Customer‑focused: You're passionate about food service and delivering a great experience every time.
• Operationally strong: You understand the complexities of running multiple branded outlets and thrive on keeping things organised and efficient.
• Brand ambassador: You uphold the standards and values of each food service brand, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Leadership: You lead by example, coach your team, and create a culture of pride and accountability.
• Compliance‑driven: You ensure food safety, hygiene, and legal standards are met across all units.
• Commercially aware: You manage costs, stock, and labour to drive profitability and performance.

What you'll bring

• Experience managing or supervising in a food service or hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and operational compliance.
• A passion for leading teams and delivering great service.
• Confidence in managing multiple units and working with branded partners.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including weekends and evenings.

Benefits

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