Retail Supervisor

Compass Group PLC; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Development opportunities

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I is recruiting a Retail Supervisor to support the smooth running of operations at a major High Street brand. The role involves supervising a frontline team, handling till duties, stock control, and weekly rotas within a 40-hour week.

You will contribute to a culture that values individuals, development, and strong customer service, with opportunities for progression across the Compass network.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supervising frontline teams in a similar environment.
• Strong communication and customer service focus.
• Team player with a can-do attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure while staying positive.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring deliveries are checked, stored promptly and correctly.
• Supervising a team and creating a positive, welcoming environment.
• Being a responsible key holder.
• Using the till, taking orders and receiving payments.
• Assisting with weekly bookwork and other duties as required.
• Producing weekly rotas following managerial guidelines.
• Placing orders to maintain stock levels.
• Delegating tasks and ensuring proactive team performance.
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Retail Supervisor to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in a major High Street brand on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.

As a Retail Supervisor, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Here’s an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Variable shifts

Are you willing to learn new skills? Here’s what you need to know before applying with Compass Group UK&I:

Your key responsibilities may include:

• Ensuring all deliveries are checked and stored promptly and correctly
• Supervising a team, creating a positive environment where the team feel welcomed and supported
• Being a responsible key holder
• Using the till, taking order and receiving payments
• Assisting with weekly bookwork and any other duties that are necessary
• Producing weekly rotas following the manager's guidelines
• Placing orders for stock to maintain the correct stock levels
• Delegating where necessary and ensuring the team are proactive at all times
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Retail Supervisor will:

• Previous experience supervising frontline teams within a similar environment
• Good communication skills with a focus on great Customer Service
• Team player and can-do attitude
• Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining a positive attitude

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

Job Reference: com/0910/44852001/52838839/BU #One Retail

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

• Job Reference com/0910/44852001/52838839/BU
• Contract Type Full Time
• Closing Date 9 November, 2026
• Job Category Customer service / Frontline