Shift manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour working week

28 days' paid holiday

bonus scheme (up to 25%)

complimentary meal and drink at work

off-duty employee discount 20%

pension scheme

free shares after 18 months

future pub management opportunities

Job summary

Wetherspoon is seeking a Shift Manager for Montgomery's Tower, Shrewsbury. The role involves running shifts, overseeing pub operations, and ensuring high standards in service, cleanliness and product quality. You will lead the team, respond to customers, and share responsibility for kitchen and bar tasks.

A strong personality with a can-do attitude is valued; training and development are provided. The position offers a starting salary of £29,013, a 40-hour week, 28 days paid holiday, a bonus

Qualifications

• A shift manager needs to lead and motivate the team.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills are expected.

Responsibilities

• When running a shift, take responsibility for the pub's operation.
• Lead, support and motivate the team.
• Prioritise tasks, delegate and solve problems.
• Work across front of house and kitchen to maintain standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Motivation

Customer service

Delegation

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

663422

Job Title

Shift manager

Pub

Montgomery`s Tower, Shrewsbury

Salary

£29,013

Closing Date

06-09-2026

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.

Pay And Benefits Include

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

• 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

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.

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