Shift manager

J D Wetherspoon

Honiton

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 32,000

Full time

27 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

28 days' paid holiday

Bonus scheme up to 25%

Free meals at work

Employee discount 20%

Free shares after 18 months

Pension scheme

Loyalty reward

Job summary

J D Wetherspoon is hiring a Shift Manager for The Star Inn in Honiton. You will support the pub manager, run shifts, supervise staff, manage front of house and kitchen tasks, and ensure smooth operation and compliance with standards.

The role offers a 40-hour week, starting salary £29,013, with a bonus scheme, holiday entitlement and employee benefits. Applicants should bring a can-do attitude, leadership skills and a commitment to excellent customer service.

Qualifications

Experience leading teams and coordinating a busy pub shift.
Strong people and customer-service skills.
Willingness to work flexibly across a 40-hour week.
Commitment to health and safety and company standards.

Responsibilities

Running a shift and taking responsibility for pub operation, including cash management.
Leading, supporting and motivating the team.
Prioritising tasks, delegating and solving problems.
Working across front of house and kitchen.
Maintaining cleanliness, product quality, service and atmosphere.

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

664640

Job Title

Shift manager

Pub

The Star Inn, Honiton

Salary

£29,013

Closing Date

20-09-2026

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

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

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.