Shift manager

J D Wetherspoon; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour week

28 days holiday

Bonus scheme (up to 25%)

Complimentary meal and drink

Job summary

The Narrows in Abingdon is seeking a shift manager to support the pub manager, taking responsibility for operations during shifts and ensuring standards. The role involves leading the team, serving customers, and coordinating front-of-house and kitchen tasks, with a focus on high standards and a competitive benefits package.

We offer training and development within Wetherspoon's award-winning programme, including a 40-hour week, 28 days holiday, pension and bonus scheme.

Qualifications

• Personality and can-do attitude required.
• Willing to work across front of house and kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Run a shift and take responsibility for pub operation.
• Lead, support and motivate the team.
• Prioritise tasks, delegate and problem-solve.
• Work across front of house and in the kitchen.
• Maintain high standards in cleanliness, product quality, customer service, maintenance and atmosphere.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Can-do attitude

Work ethic

Job description

Vacancy Description

A shift manager supports the pub manager and, when running a shift, takes responsibility for the pub`s operation. This includes motivating, supporting and organising the team, responding to customers, delegating tasks and working in all areas of the business, including in the kitchen and behind the bar.

We`re looking for people with personality, a can-do attitude and not afraid of hard work. In return, we will train and develop your skills to succeed in a career at Wetherspoon, offering an award-winning training programme and a competitive pay and benefits package.

Job Ref

662547

Job Title

Shift manager

Pub

The Narrows, Abingdon

Salary

£29,013

Closing Date

28-08-2026

Pay And Benefits Include

starting salary of £29,013

(there is additional pay-weighting within the M25 and at other selected locations)

• 40-hour working week


• 28 days paid holiday


• company sick pay (after a qualifying period)


• bonus scheme (up to 25% of salary)


• complimentary meal and drink at work


• off-duty employee discount of 20% (food, drinks and hotel accommodation)


• free shares in the company (after 18 months service)


• pension scheme


• loyalty reward (additional holiday, after five years service)


• future pub management opportunities

The Role

• when running a shift, taking responsibility for the pub`s operation, including compliance with company operating standards and legislation, dealing with customers, administration and cash management


• leading, supporting and motivating the team


• prioritising tasks, delegating and problem-solving


• working a variety of shifts across the week (including front of house and in the kitchen)


• delivering high standards in all areas: cleanliness, product quality, customer service, maintenance and atmosphere

Wetherspoon promotes an inclusive working environment where everyone is welcome.

When you`’re at work, we want you to feel comfortable being yourself. Whatever your background, preferences or beliefs, we`’ll ensure that you have the skills and knowledge you need for a great career with us.

If a high number of applications is received, this vacancy may close early.

Read more about our shift manager role

Hours Per Week

40

Monday Hours

Flexible

Tuesday Hours

Flexible

Wednesday Hours

Flexible

Thursday Hours

Flexible

Friday Hours

Flexible

Saturday Hours

Flexible

Sunday Hours

Flexible