Shift Manager

Wingstop; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Bonus

Flexible Rota

Free food on every shift

Employee discount (50% Mon–Thu, 20%Fri

Job summary

Wingstop is opening a brand-new restaurant and seeks an energetic Shift Manager to lead fast-paced shifts, set the right tone, and build a high-energy culture from day one.

You'll coach and support your team, maintain high standards for food quality, speed and cleanliness, and ensure smooth operations as the site launches. This hands-on leadership role offers real responsibility and immediate impact.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience
• Excited by new openings and building teams
• Strong leadership and adaptability
• High energy and positive attitude

Responsibilities

• Supporting the successful launch of the restaurant
• Leading shifts and setting high standards from day one
• Coaching and developing a brand-new team
• Driving performance, service, and consistency
• Supporting operational setup and early-stage growth

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Adaptability

Job description

About Us

At Wingstop,we’re not just in the chicken business, we’re in the flavour business. Creatingmemorable experiences for our customers and team is what we do best, and we’vegot the awards to prove it (Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025and Deliveroo’s Restaurant of the Year). But our mission remains simple: BRINGTHE FLAVOUR.

About theRole

As a ShiftManager in one of ourlocations, you’ll play a key role in bringing a brand-new restaurant to life.You’ll lead fast-paced shifts, helping to set the tone for the team, build ahigh-energy culture, and ensure every process runs smoothly from day one.

You’ll workclosely with your team, coaching and supporting them while maintaining highstandards in food quality, speed, and cleanliness. No two days are the same, you’llthrive on the variety, the buzz of opening a new site, and the chance to shapesomething from the ground up.

This is ahands-on, leadership-focused role with real responsibility, perfect for someonewho loves building teams, delivering results, and making an immediate impact.

WhatYou’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the successful launch ofthe restaurant
• Leading shifts and setting highstandards from day one
• Coaching and developing a brand-newteam
• Driving performance, service, andconsistency
• Supporting operational setup andearly-stage growth

WhatWe’re Looking For

• Previous supervisory experience
• Excited by new openings and buildingteams
• Strong leadership and adaptability
• High energy and positive attitude

OurValues

Authentic.Entrepreneurial. Fun. Service-Minded.

WhyWingstop?

Here atWingstop, it’s all about the people, the passion, and the energy. We’re morethan just wings, we’re a fast-moving, fun, and inclusive team where everyone’svoice is heard, growth is encouraged, and effort is recognised. From day one,you’ll be part of a culture that celebrates teamwork, rewards ambition andthrives on bringing energy to every shift. Whether you’re learning new skills,leading a team, or helping launch a new store, you’ll feel the Wingstop vibe ineverything we do. We are fast-paced, high-energy, and all about deliveringgreat experiences for our customers and our people.

It’s morethan just a job. It’s a place to build confidence, make mates, and be part ofsomething that’s growing fast.

Benefits

• Quarterly Bonus
• Flexible Rota
• Free food on every shift
• Employee discount (50% Mon–Thurs, 20%Fri–Sun)
• 28 days holiday + birthday off
• Culture budgets allocated to everyrestaurant for recognition
• Regular companywide incentives

Grow WithUs

• Step Up Programme
• Structured leadership development
• Clear progression into AssistantManager roles

Perks& Vibes

• Wagestream access
• Discounts platform
• Employee of the Month recognition
• Team socials and events
• Uniform provided

Diversity& Inclusion

We celebrateindividuality and are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to creating a supportiveenvironment for all. If you require any adjustments during the recruitmentprocess to perform at your best, please let us know - we’re here to assist you.

AIDisclaimer

AI can be auseful tool - and we understand many candidates use it for support. That said,we’re really interested in you, not an AI-generated version of you.

We want tohear your voice and understand your real experience. Applications or interviewtasks that rely heavily on AI may not give us an accurate picture of who youare. Bring your authentic self to the process - that’s who we’re excited tomeet.