Retail and Restaurant Manager

Aramark; Northwood; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals

Parking

Gym access

Employee Benefits app

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Retail & Restaurant Manager for Northwood HQ. Lead the food and retail operations and drive exceptional customer experiences in a fast-paced environment.

This permanent, full-time role offers day shifts with evenings free and includes benefits such as discounted meals, parking, and gym access. You will manage events, coffee shops, delis, and retail, while developing your team, maintaining stock control, and ensuring food hygiene compliance.

Qualifications

• A strong leader with retail or coffee shop experience.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Passion for food and delivering great customer experiences.
• UK residency for the past 5 years (security clearance required).

Responsibilities

• Take charge of Events, Coffee Shops, Deli Bar, Grab & Go, and Retail Store.
• Lead and inspire your team, ensuring outstanding service and presentation.
• Manage stock, costs, and waste effectively.
• Keep everything safe and compliant with food hygiene standards.
• Engage with customers and innovate menus based on feedback.
• Own daily operations – opening/closing to cash handling and team development.
• Day shifts only – evenings free.
• Discounted meals, parking, and gym access.
• Access to our Employee Benefits app (online GP, supermarket discounts, and more).
• Life assurance, pension contributions, generous holidays (with option to buy more).
• Career development opportunities – we love to promote from within.
• Apprenticeship schemes and training to help you grow.

Skills

Leadership

Retail experience

Communication skills

Food service passion

UK residency

Job description

At Aramark we empower our people to create experiences that matter.

We share a passion for hospitality, it’s at the foundation of everything we do. Hospitality excellence is brought to life by our people every day. We embrace our responsibility to our people, our communities, and our planet. While the services we provide, and the industries we serve, are extensive, we never waver from our people-first approach.

Job Description

Salary: £35,500per annum
Contract type: Permanent, 40 per week (day shifts – evenings free!)
Location: Northwood, HA6 3HP

Make an impact where it matters.
We’re looking for a passionate Retail & Restaurant Manager to lead our food and retail operations at Northwood HQ. If you love creating exceptional customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your chance to shine.

What you’ll do

• Take charge of Events, Coffee Shops, Deli Bar, Grab & Go, and Retail Store.
• Lead and inspire your team, ensuring outstanding service and presentation.
• Manage stock, costs, and waste effectively.
• Keep everything safe and compliant with food hygiene standards.
• Engage with customers and innovate menus based on feedback.
• Own daily operations – from opening and closing to cash handling and team development.
• Day shifts only – enjoy your evenings!
• Discounted meals, parking, and gym access.
• Access to our Employee Benefits app (online GP, supermarket discounts, and more).
• Life assurance, pension contributions, generous holidays (with option to buy more).
• Career development opportunities – we love to promote from within!
• Apprenticeship schemes and training to help you grow.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

• A strong leader with retail or coffee shop experience.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Passion for food and delivering great customer experiences.
• UK residency for the past 5 years (security clearance required).

Additional Information

Must have lived in the UK for the past 3 years, have the legal right to work, and pass security vetting and DBS checks.

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families.

For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including referencesand an enhanced DBS checkin line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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