Shop Manager — Lead Bakery Team, Growth & Perks

Wenzels; Whiteley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals per shift

50% off food

Company pension

28 days holiday including bank

Birthday day off

Staff incentive schemes

Training and apprenticeship options

Employee discount scheme

Wellbeing centre and helpline

Job summary

Wenzel’s The Bakers is seeking an experienced Shop Manager to lead daily operations, drive sales, and develop a high-performing team. You will oversee customer service, stock, cash handling and tills, while upholding food safety and hygiene standards in a busy retail environment.

The role offers a competitive salary (£30,000–£34,000) with flexible hours and career progression opportunities. Full-time hours, with potential weekend work, are available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a busy retail shop.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent customer service and ability to drive sales.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day shop operations and ensure smooth running.
• Drive sales while controlling costs and achieving profitability.
• Lead, train and motivate the team with a hands-on approach.
• Performance-manage staff and support their development.
• Ensure high hygiene, cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Maintain welcoming shop displays and accurate stock control.
• Handle till operations and daily cash securely.
• Open/close the shop as required.

Skills

Retail management

Team leadership

Customer service

Training and coaching

Tools

Till operation

Cash handling

Job description

Wenzel’s The Bakers is seeking an experienced Shop Manager to lead daily operations, drive sales, and develop a high-performing team. You will oversee customer service, stock, cash handling and tills, while upholding food safety and hygiene standards in a busy retail environment.

The role offers a competitive salary (£30,000–£34,000) with flexible hours and career progression opportunities. Full-time hours, with potential weekend work, are available.