Shift Leader - Fast-Paced QSR, Growth Path & Perks

POPEYES UK CHICKEN & PIZZA LTD; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay £12.75–£13.25 (with Duty-<w

Refer a friend bonus £1000

Flexible schedules

Free meals on shift

Gym discounts

Retail discounts

Tech scheme

Fast track management development

Job summary

Popeyes UK&I is seeking passionate Shift Supervisors to run shifts, lead from the front, and coach the team in a fast-paced fresh-food environment. You’ll support the management team, deliver strong guest experiences, and drive performance across people, product, and operations.

You’ll be responsible for leading pre-shift briefings, maintaining high standards, and developing future leaders while ensuring HACCP, health & safety compliance, and a positive, energetic workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Supervisor, Team Leader, or Shift Manager in a fast-paced environment (QSR or fast casual dining preferable).
• A lead-from-the-front mindset — hands-on and supportive of your team at all times.
• Passion for people — great results come from great teams.
• Confidence in managing standards, compliance, and food safety.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Run your shift and lead the team to deliver Popeyes’ outstanding food quality, speed of service, and guest experience standards.
• Support your management team in hitting performance goals and driving results.
• Lead pre-shift briefings and keep your team aligned, focused, and energised.
• Be the role model — set the tone, keep standards high, and lead from the front.
• Create a fun, inclusive environment where both team and guests feel the energy.
• Coach, train, and develop your team — building future leaders.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety (HACCP), health & safety, and company standards.
• Take ownership of your shift performance — labour, flow, and service.
• Bring the fun and keep the energy high, the service smooth, and the culture poppin’

Skills

Lead-from-the-front

Communication

People management

Food safety

Job description

Popeyes UK&I is seeking passionate Shift Supervisors to run shifts, lead from the front, and coach the team in a fast-paced fresh-food environment. You’ll support the management team, deliver strong guest experiences, and drive performance across people, product, and operations.

You’ll be responsible for leading pre-shift briefings, maintaining high standards, and developing future leaders while ensuring HACCP, health & safety compliance, and a positive, energetic workplace culture.