Shop Manager

Wenzel's the Bakers Ltd.

. Manage and control the day-to-day running of the shop .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £30,000 - £34,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing retail operations, focusing on sales growth, cost control, and team development while maintaining high standards of hygiene and customer service.

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Retail Management ExperienceTeam Leadership and TrainingFood Safety Standards ComplianceSales Growth and ProfitabilityCustomer Service Excellence

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Hard Skills

Daily Shop Operations ManagementCash Handling and BankingStock ManagementFood Production StandardsKPI Achievement

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving AbilityAdaptabilityStrong Work EthicConfidence and EnthusiasmPositive Attitude

Industry Keywords

Hygiene StandardsFood SafetyRetail SalesTeam MotivationCustomer Service

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and control the day-to-day running of the shop
Grow the business by increasing sales, controlling costs and delivering profit
Work towards KPIs including wage percentage, average sale, stock, wastage and energy targets
Lead, train and develop the team
Performance-manage team members as required
Ensure sandwich and food production standards are maintained
Keep the shop clean, organised and welcoming
Maintain high hygiene, cleanliness and food safety standards
Deliver high levels of customer service
Recruit new team members when required
Receive and check daily deliveries
Manage shop stock and produce
Maintain shop displays
Handle cash, operate the till and complete banking
Open or close the shop when required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experienced retail manager
Passion for food and customer service
Ability to oversee daily shop operations
Ability to lead, train and motivate a team with a hands-on approach
Confidence, enthusiasm, strong work ethic and positive attitude
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced team environment
Adaptability and problem-solving ability
Knowledge and understanding of products
Ability to meet sandwich and food production standards
Ability to maintain hygiene, cleanliness and food safety standards
Eligible to work in the UK

Benefits

Comp & perks

Free meal provided every shift
50% off all other food
Enrolment to company pension scheme
28 days holiday entitlement including bank holidays
Paid day off for your birthday
Staff incentives including competitions and a shop manager bonus scheme
Excellent training, including apprenticeship opportunities
Career progression and development programmes
Free employee benefit scheme with discounts at almost 1000 online and in-store retailers, gyms, restaurants, cinemas and travel
Wellbeing Centre
Employee assistance 24/7 helpline offering free confidential advice and support
Flexible working hours where possible