Shift manager

J D Wetherspoon

Newport

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 33,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

28 days' holiday

Bonus up to 25%

Complimentary meal

Employee discount 20%

Free shares after 18 months

Pension

Loyalty rewards

Future pub management opportunities

Company sick pay

Job summary

J D Wetherspoon is seeking a Shift Manager for The Godfrey Morgan in Newport. The role covers running shifts, supervising staff, and ensuring smooth operations across front-of-house and kitchen areas.

Salary starts at £29,013 with a 40-hour week, a 28-day holiday entitlement, a bonus scheme up to 25% of salary, meal and drink at work, staff discounts, and pension arrangements. Opportunities for future pub management are available.

Qualifications

Lead, support and motivate the team.
Work across front of house and in the kitchen.
Ensure compliance with company operating standards and legislation.

Responsibilities

When running a shift, take 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.

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

662430

Job Title

Shift manager

Pub

The Godfrey Morgan, Newport

Salary

£29,013

Closing Date

26-08-2026

Pay And Benefits Include

starting salary of £29,013

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

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

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.