Shift Supervisor: Lead Fast-Paced Teams Flexible Schedules

POPEYES UK CHICKEN & PIZZA LTD; Reading; On-site; GBP 36,534,000 - 37,912,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Management refer a friend bonus

Flexible schedules

Free meals on shift

Employee perks including gym and retai

Tech scheme

Fast track management development

Company onboarding

Job summary

POPEYES UK CHICKEN & PIZZA LTD in Reading is seeking a proactive Shift Supervisor to run fast-paced shifts, coach the team and deliver top quality food and guest experience. You’ll lead from the front, manage pre-shift briefings, and ensure standards across service, safety and hygiene.

This role offers an attractive hourly rate, flexible schedules, and a clear path into management. You’ll benefit from a comprehensive onboarding, meals on shift, and employee perks including gym and retail

Qualifications

• Experience as a Supervisor, Team Leader, or Shift Manager in a fast-paced environment (QSR or fast casual dining preferable).
• Lead-from-the-front mindset—hands-on and support your team at all times.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to motivate a team.
• Confidence in managing standards, compliance, and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Run your shift and lead the team to deliver Popeyes’ outstanding food quality, speed of service, and guest experience standards.
• Support your management team in hitting performance goals and driving results.
• Lead pre-shift briefings and keep your team aligned, focused, and energised.
• Be the role model — set the tone, keep standards high, and lead from the front.
• Create a fun, inclusive environment where both team and guests feel the energy.
• Coach, train, and develop your team — building future leaders.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety (HACCP), health & safety, and company standards.
• Take ownership of your shift performance — labour, flow, and service.
• Bring the fun and keep the energy high, the service smooth, and the culture poppin’

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

POPEYES UK CHICKEN & PIZZA LTD in Reading is seeking a proactive Shift Supervisor to run fast-paced shifts, coach the team and deliver top quality food and guest experience. You’ll lead from the front, manage pre-shift briefings, and ensure standards across service, safety and hygiene.

This role offers an attractive hourly rate, flexible schedules, and a clear path into management. You’ll benefit from a comprehensive onboarding, meals on shift, and employee perks including gym and retail