Onboard Rail Retail Manager - Elevate Passenger Experience

XC Trains Limited

Manchester

On-site

GBP 27,000 - 34,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance 30 days
Pension scheme
Free travel on Arriva Rail services
75% off travel on other UK rail
Discounted European rail travel after
Discounted European rail travel after

Job summary

CrossCountry is seeking Retail Service Managers for Manchester Piccadilly to lead onboard catering and deliver exceptional customer service on our trains. You will welcome passengers, manage trolley service or onboard shop operations, and ensure a comfortable, stylish journey in Standard and First Class.

The role requires a friendly, reliable team player who can work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Qualifications

  • Excellent people skills, confident, approachable, connects with customers.
  • Customer service driven with a focus on satisfaction and proactive service.
  • Strong work ethic, reliable and committed to high standards.
  • Team player, collaborates with onboard crew and colleagues.
  • Flexible to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Well-presented and professional appearance reflecting the brand.
  • Personality-driven and energetic, not robotic.

Responsibilities

  • Welcome passengers and deliver high-quality catering on trains.
  • Serve refreshments via trolley or onboard shop in all classes.
  • Ensure passenger comfort and a positive journey experience.
  • Collaborate with onboard crew and local colleagues.

Skills

People skills
Customer service
Work ethic
Team player
Flexibility
Presentable
Personality

Job description

CrossCountry is seeking Retail Service Managers for Manchester Piccadilly to lead onboard catering and deliver exceptional customer service on our trains. You will welcome passengers, manage trolley service or onboard shop operations, and ensure a comfortable, stylish journey in Standard and First Class.

The role requires a friendly, reliable team player who can work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

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