Shift Manager

The Popeyes; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned fast-food chain in the UK seeks a passionate Shift Manager to lead their team and deliver exceptional service. Responsibilities include managing shifts, training staff, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The role offers flexible schedules, free meals on shift, and career progression opportunities. Ideal candidates should have previous supervisory experience and a vibrant work ethic.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free meals on shift

Bonus scheme

Paid training

Cycle to Work & Tech Schemes

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Previous management or supervisory experience.
• Confidence with compliance and safety standards.
• Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced, guest-first environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading the team during shifts to deliver great food and service.
• Running daily pre-shift briefings and setting clear priorities.
• Motivating, coaching, and training team members.
• Managing food safety, health & safety, and audit standards.
• Being accountable for the smooth running of your shift.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety compliance

Training and coaching

Flexibility

Job description

Ready to lead a team and bring the heat? At Popeyes, we're serving up legendary Louisiana-style chicken with a side of southern hospitality—and we need passionate Shift Managers to help us deliver it right, every time. What's life like at Popeyes? It's fast, fun, and full of flavour. As a Shift Manager, you'll be at the heart of the action—leading the team, serving our iconic food, and making sure every guest leaves with a smile. Your day-to-day will include:

Responsibilities

• Leading the team during shifts to deliver great food and service
• Running daily pre-shift briefings and setting clear priorities
• Motivating, coaching, and training team members
• Managing food safety, health & safety, and audit standards
• Being accountable for the smooth running of your shift
• Creating a fun, high-energy environment for both team and guests
• A lead-from-the-front attitude with a fun, vibrant work ethic
• Previous management or supervisory experience
• Confidence with compliance and safety standards
• Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced, guest-first environment

Benefits

• Flexible schedules that work around you
• Free meals on shift + access to employee discounts
• Bonus scheme to boost your earnings
• Clear career progression paths
• Paid training and full uniform provided
• Cycle to Work & Tech Schemes
• Gym discounts
• Online perks platform
• No zero-hour contracts