SPAR Workington - Store Manager

Grahameyesbutchers; Workington; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loyalty pay

Staff discount 20%

Annual leave 30 days

Enhanced pension & life insurance

Learning & development

Grocery Aid support

Job summary

Graham Eyes Butchers is hiring a Store Manager to lead a SPAR store in the North of England. You will take full responsibility for store success, drive performance, and develop your team while upholding high standards of service and compliance.

The role emphasizes people management, cost control, and delivering excellent customer experiences in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or management experience (essential).
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise a diverse workload.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing situations.
• Flexible approach to working hours.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.
• Clear and confident communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Controlling costs and driving sales to maximise profit.
• Maintaining store security in line with procedures.
• Ensuring high store standards in customer service, health & safety, and food hygiene.
• Ensuring legal compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Overseeing and maintaining store administration in line with processes.
• Leading, managing, and motivating colleagues to achieve results.
• Acting as a role model and leading by example in store management.

Skills

Store management

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Organisational skills

Team motivation

Job description

Part of the James Hall & Co. family, Graham Eyes Butchers brings over 40 years of butchery expertise to SPAR stores across the North of England. From locally sourced meats to award-winning sausages, we’re committed to quality, tradition, and great taste – right at your local SPAR.

We’re always on the lookout for skilled and enthusiastic individuals to join our team – if you’ve got a passion for quality and great food, we’d love to hear from you!

Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time Hours of work: XX hours per week

About the Role

As Store Manager, you’ll take full responsibility for the success of your store. You’ll lead, motivate, and develop your team, ensuring excellent customer service, strong financial performance, and high operational standards. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll set the standard, inspire your colleagues, and create an environment where both people and business can thrive.

Here’s What You Can Expect to be Doing

Your role will be broad, varied, and focused on people, performance, and compliance, including:

• Controlling costs and driving sales to maximise profit
• Maintaining security within the store in line with company procedures
• Ensuring high store standards in customer service, health & safety, and food hygiene
• Ensuring legal compliance with company policies and procedures
• Overseeing and maintaining store administration in line with processes
• Leading, managing, and motivating colleagues to achieve results
• Acting as a role model and leading by example in all aspects of store management

A Few Things About You

Being a successful Store Manager takes dedication, resilience, and the ability to get the very best out of different types of people. We’re looking for someone who can balance strong leadership with operational excellence, and who demonstrates:

• Previous supervisory or management experience (essential)
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a diverse workload
• The ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing situations
• A flexible approach to working hours
• The ability to build and maintain positive working relationships
• Clear and confident communication skills

Why Join Us?

We believe in rewarding our colleagues. That’s why when you join us, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, personal growth, and loyalty.

Loyalty Pay - Celebrate your work anniversary with a little extra! You’ll earn an additional £0.55 per hour over the financial year, with the hourly amount increasing the longer you stay with us. Your total is paid as a lump sum in the month following your anniversary.

20% Staff Discount - Enjoy 20% off your shopping in our company‑owned SPAR stores — perfect for those everyday essentials and treats.

Annual Leave - Start with a generous 30 days of annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays. Entitlement increases with length of service, rewarding your continued commitment.

Enhanced Pension & Life Insurance - You will be enrolled into our Master Trust pension scheme, offering enhanced contributions to support your financial future. You will also receive life insurance cover from the start of your employment, providing immediate peace of mind for you and your family.

Learning & Development - Whether you're looking to build your career or gain new skills, our in‑house team will support you with fully funded, accredited training and industry‑recognised qualifications.

Grocery Aid Support - Access free, confidential, 24/7 support through Grocery Aid — offering expert advice and help on everything from mental health and financial concerns to legal issues and family support.

For more information about us and the benefits we offer, please head over to our careers page.

Please note if we receive a high number of applicants, we may close the advert early. We advise interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to avoid disappointment.