Starbucks Assistant Manager

EG Group; Duckmanton; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EG Cares Benefits & Rewards Platform

30% Starbucks discount on food, drinks

Quarterly Bonus Incentive

Free beverage on every shift

24/7 Virtual GP & Wellbeing Service

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition rewards and work anniversy

Career progression opportunities and 1

Access to online learning library

Compassionate leave when it matters

Life Assurance

Guaranteed contracted hours

Job summary

Starbucks is seeking an Assistant Manager to lead from the front, support the Store Manager in daily operations, and drive a high-performing team. You will ensure excellent customer experiences, manage shifts, and uphold brand standards in a fast-paced store environment.

You will coach staff, optimise rosters and promotions, and contribute to safe, efficient store operations with a focus on guest satisfaction and quality service.

Qualifications

• Previous management experience preferred.
• Experience leading teams in hospitality, retail, or customer-focused environments.
• Confident, approachable leader who motivates and coaches others.
• Strong communication and organisational skills; can manage competing priorities.
• Proactive, fast-paced decision-maker ready to advance in Starbucks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the team as second-in-command; create a welcoming environment.
• Coach and inspire team members through regular guidance and mentoring.
• Assist with rota planning in line with budgets and labour targets.
• Drive promotions and enhance the customer experience.
• Manage stock, inventory and reporting to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Maintain store standards including merchandising, availability, and food safety.
• Champion safety, health and cash handling procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Customer Service

Communications

Organizational skills

Food & Beverage

Job description

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Hourly Rate: £13.80

Perks:

• EG Cares Benefits & Rewards Platform – savings across retail, food, home, electronics and more.
• 30% Starbucks discount on food, drinks, and merchandise
• Quarterly Bonus Incentive

*Please be advised that, as this is a food establishment, there may be potential exposure to allergens in the workplace*

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Leadership Career? Become an Assistant Manager at Starbucks!

Join Starbucks as an Assistant Manager and play a key role in creating exceptional customer experiences while leading a high-performing team. In this fast-paced and rewarding role, you’ll support the day-to-day running of the store and confidently lead operations in the Store Manager’s absence, ensuring everything runs smoothly and targets are achieved.

You’ll lead from the front supporting customers, preparing beverages, maintaining excellent store standards, and creating a welcoming environment that customers love returning to.

Beyond operations, you’ll have the opportunity to develop, coach, and inspire your team, helping colleagues build confidence, grow their skills, and achieve success.

If you’re energised by leading people, enjoy working in a fast-moving environment, and are ready to make an impact while progressing your career, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Why Join Us?

You’ll enjoy:

• Free beverage on every shift
• 24/7 Virtual GP & Wellbeing Service
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition rewards and work anniversary awards
• Career progression opportunities and access to one of the world’s largest online learning libraries
• Compassionate leave when it matters most
• Life Assurance
• Guaranteed contracted hours

A Typical Day as an Assistant Manager:

• Lead and support the team by acting as second-in-command, delegating tasks, creating a positive working environment, and helping colleagues feel welcomed, supported, and set up for success.
• Coach, develop, and inspire team members through regular guidance, feedback, and mentoring to help individuals grow and perform at their best.
• Drive operational success by supporting rota planning in line with budgets and labour targets while encouraging the team to maximise promotions and enhance the customer experience.
• Recognise and celebrate success by creating an engaging environment where individual and team achievements are acknowledged and rewarded.
• Take ownership of store operations in the Store Manager’s absence, ensuring smooth day-to-day performance and maintaining Starbucks standards across all areas of the business.
• Deliver commercial results by managing stock, overseeing inventory control and reporting, and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and minimise waste.
• Maintain exceptional store standards by ensuring merchandising, availability, presentation, and food safety requirements are consistently achieved.
• Champion safety and compliance by ensuring Health & Safety, Food Safety, hygiene, and cash handling procedures are followed to the highest standards.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous management experience is preferred, but not essential.
• Experience leading or supervising a team within hospitality, retail, or a customer-focused environment.
• A confident and approachable leader who can motivate, coach, and bring out the best in others.
• Strong communication and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive mindset and confidence to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Someone who is ready to take the next step, lead with impact, and build a successful career with Starbucks.