Shift manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Starting salary

Holiday 28 days

Bonus scheme

Meal and drinks at work

Employee discount 20%

Free shares after 18 months

Pension

Loyalty reward

Career progression

Job summary

J D Wetherspoon in London is seeking a Shift Manager for The King’s Ford, Chingford. You will support the pub manager, supervise shift operations, lead and motivate the team, and ensure excellent customer service across front-of-house and kitchen areas.

The role involves cash handling, compliance with standards, and working a 40-hour week. The position offers a 29,013£ salary, a 28-day holiday, a pension, and a bonus scheme up to 25% of salary.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality shift management.
• Ability to lead a diverse team and manage cash.

Responsibilities

• When running a shift, take responsibility for the pub's operation, including compliance with company standards and legislation and cash management.
• Lead, support and motivate the team.
• Prioritise tasks, delegate and solve problems.
• Work across front-of-house and kitchen shifts.
• Deliver high standards in cleanliness, product quality, service and atmosphere.

Skills

Team leadership

Cash handling

Customer service

Operations management

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.

Job Ref

665306

Job Title

Shift manager

Pub

The King`s Ford, Chingford

Salary

£29,013

Closing Date

28-09-2026

Pay And Benefits Include

• starting salary of £29,013
• 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

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.

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

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