Shift Manager

The Popeyes; City Of London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food chain in the UK is seeking a passionate Shift Manager to lead their team in delivering legendary Louisiana-style chicken. The ideal candidate will have previous management experience, a confidence in compliance, and the ability to motivate a team in a fast-paced environment. This role offers flexible schedules, free meals, a bonus scheme, and various employee benefits including career progression and gym discounts.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free meals on shift

Bonus scheme

Clear career progression paths

Paid training and full uniform

Cycle to Work & Tech Schemes

Gym discounts

Online perks platform

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Leading the team during shifts to deliver great food and service.
• Managing food safety, health & safety, and audit standards.
• Creating a fun, high-energy environment for team and guests.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Food safety compliance

Customer service orientation

Job description

Overview

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

Qualifications

• 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