Shift manager

J D Wetherspoon; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme (up to 25% of salary)

28 days' paid holiday

Complimentary meal and drink at work

Off-duty employee discount 20%

Pension scheme

Free shares in the company

Loyalty reward

Job summary

The Wheatsheaf pub in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Shift Manager to support the pub manager and take responsibility for operations during shifts. You will lead the team, respond to customers and delegate tasks across front of house and kitchen to maintain high standards.

The role offers a 40-hour week, 28 days’ holiday, sick pay, a bonus scheme (up to 25%), free meals and drinks, 20% staff discount, and future pub management opportunities.

Qualifications

• Motivating, supporting and organising the team.
• Responding to customers and delegating tasks.
• Working across business areas including kitchen and bar.

Responsibilities

• Leading, supporting and motivating the team.
• Prioritising tasks and delegating.
• Ensuring cleanliness, product quality and customer service.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Problem solving

Cash handling

Job 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

664722

Job Title

Shift manager

Pub

The Wheatsheaf, Stoke-on-Trent

Salary

£29,013

Closing Date

21-09-2026

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

• 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.

Read more about our shift manager role

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