Shift Lead-1

Nando's UK & IRE; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free food at work

Discount on days off

Paid breaks

Team bonding events

Career growth pathways

Rewards platform access

Job summary

Nando's UK & IRE in Stevenage is looking for a Shift Lead. As a Shift Lead, you’re at the heart of the action—supporting to run brilliant shifts and start your leadership journey.

We offer 4-week sabbatical after every 5 years, free food at work, paid breaks, team bonding, clear pathways into management, access to our rewards platform, and a supportive family-style environment where everyone is welcome.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or supervising a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer-obsessed approach and delivering memorable PERi‑PERi moments.
• Confident in leading people and solving problems on the spot.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support shifts to ensure smooth operations.
• Motivate and engage the team during busy periods.
• Deliver memorable PERi‑PERi moments for customers.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer focus

Strong communication

Problem solving

Energy and positivity

Growth mindset

Job description

Hourly Rate: £13.34

Have you been to Nando’s before?

We do things a bit differently round here. More than just a job, we have each other’s backs, we inspire each other and we don’t take ourselves too seriously – we're family. We want our Nandocas (our team members) to be happy and do well. Whatever your path, we’re here to run brilliant shifts. We want to make money, change lives and have fun at the same time.

As a Shift Lead, you’re right at the heart of the action—supporting to run brilliant shifts. This is where your leadership journey really kicks off.

The Spicy Stuff We Can Offer You

• 4-week paid sabbatical after every 5 years of commitment to us
• Free food at work and a tasty discount on your days off
• Paid breaks
• Team bonding opportunities throughout the year
• Opportunities to grow your career, including clear pathways into management roles
• Access to our rewards platform with great discounts
• A supportive, fun, family-style environment where everyone is welcome

The Sauce We Need

• Pride, passion and the drive to support, motivate and engage your team
• Someone who lives and breathes our values and brings great energy to every shift
• Experience leading or supervising a team in a fast-paced environment
• A customer-obsessed approach and a love for delivering perfect PERi‑PERi moments every time
• Confidence in leading people and problem‑solving in the moment
• A hunger to learn, grow and take on more responsibility
• Someone who creates a fun and inclusive environment where Nandocas can grow and thrive’
• A commitment to making sure the Nando’s customer journey happens brilliantly on every shift, across all channels

Good food, good vibes, good people.

If you’re ready to bring the heat, support your team and grow your leadership skills, this could be the start of something brilliant.