Job Description
We’re looking for a Shift Leader to join our team at One Stop, a subsidiary of Tesco. As a Shift Leader, you will work in a fast-paced retail environment where no day is the same.
You will take ownership of store activities by running duty shifts, coordinating a team to deliver a clean and fully stocked store that exceeds customer expectations.
As the customer is at the heart of everything we do, you will constantly seek ways to improve service through on-the-job coaching and feedback.
You will have a strong understanding of your store's performance and be the specialist in implementing practical actions for its improvement by taking a hands-on approach.
With your guidance, your store will always remain a safe place to work and shop.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the team to deliver a seamless shopping experience for the community.
- Open and close the store, complete duty cover, and ensure decisions benefit customers, colleagues, and safety.
- Serve as the go-to person for colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager for daily operational queries.
- Support the Store Manager in coordinating seasonal, community, and charity events to foster an inclusive atmosphere.
- Ensure the store is clean, tidy, and well-presented at all times.
- Prioritize replenishment of products important to customers.
- Ensure point of sale and shelf labels accurately reflect standards.
- Address overcharges immediately and prevent reoccurrence.
- Manage queues proactively to ensure a positive shopping experience.
- Coordinate colleagues to meet daily priorities and manage breaks around trade patterns.
- Maintain knowledge of store operations and lead practical improvements.
- Follow health and safety routines and ensure colleagues do the same.
- Communicate effectively with the team, keeping them informed.
- Share ideas to simplify operations with the Store Manager.
- Always prioritize the customer and tailor service to meet their needs.
- Resolve customer queries promptly, leaving them satisfied.
- Recognize and celebrate colleagues providing excellent service.
- Identify and remove obstacles to delivering great service.
- Resolve colleague queries in the Store Manager's absence or escalate as needed.
- Ensure appropriate staffing, covering shifts for short-term absences or sickness.
- Act as a Keyholder, attending alarm call-outs to ensure store safety and security.
- Monitor and act on internal communications promptly, keeping colleagues informed.
- Coordinate team efforts to meet customer needs and store operations, reporting issues to the Store Manager.
- Balance time between service and replenishment areas.
- Support Store Manager in managing staff absence and conducting return-to-work interviews.
- Build relationships with Area Managers and People Partners, escalating issues and seeking coaching opportunities.
- If applicable, manage the day-to-day operations of the Post Office Local, including background checks for criminal and financial history, passing these checks to proceed with the role.
As a Shift Leader, you will champion One Stop’s Core Purpose and Values:
Core Purpose: Serving our customers, communities, and planet a little better every day.
Values:
- Our customers are at the heart of everything we do
- We treat each other how we like to be treated
- We work together as one team
- We make things easier
About us
One Stop Stores Limited is a retail convenience business with over 1,000 stores across Great Britain, employing more than 10,500 colleagues. Our stores are open seven days a week, offering a wide range of products and services, including Post Office, PayPoint, lottery, Costa Coffee, and more.
We are a subsidiary of Tesco, operating independently from our Head Office in Brownhills, Walsall, West Midlands, and serviced from three distribution centres.
Please Note: We recruit individuals who have passed the school leaver’s age. Specific details about the age requirement are available upon request.
Benefits include:
- 10% Discount at One Stop
- 10% Discount at Tesco & Tesco Cafe (increased to 15% on four-weekly pay weekends)
- 20% Discount on F&F Clothing in Tesco Stores
- 10% discount at Tesco Mobile, including Colleague Deals
- 20% off insurance at Tesco Bank
- Discounted eye care and health checks
- Exclusive savings with various retailers and services
- Save as you earn scheme
- WeCare support services including online GP and mental health support
- Annual leave and retirement savings plans
- Life Assurance and optional benefits like Car Allowance and Private Medical Insurance
- Flexible working arrangements