Duty Manager BRUNSWICK ROAD Retail - SPAR Store Management (inc Foodservice)

Duty Manager BRUNSWICK ROAD Retail - SPAR Store Management (inc Foodservice)

Full-Time 28500 - 30000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a dynamic team and ensure exceptional customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Company: Join the award-winning Brunswick Road SPAR store with a supportive culture.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, and fantastic staff discounts.
  • Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in your community while developing your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: Previous management experience in retail and a passion for customer service.

The predicted salary is between 28500 - 30000 £ per year.

Minimum 24 hours per week, may be more depending on business needs. Must be able to work between 6:30 am and 11:00 pm, including weekends.

Are you a dynamic and experienced Leader/Supervisor ready to help at our award‑winning Brunswick Road SPAR store? We are currently seeking a talented Duty Manager to help drive success and growth in this pivotal role.

Responsibilities
  • Supporting the Store Manager to ensure a safe, legal and high performing store, whilst taking overall responsibility for the entire store during Duty Manager shifts.
  • Assisting the Store Manager to deliver all store operations, objectives and KPI’s.
  • Managing, coaching and supporting colleagues, assisting in developing a motivated and empowered team through a positive, engaging management style.
  • Carrying out performance management/absence management as appropriate.
  • Responsible for occasional opening/closing of the store, colleague safety and stock/cash security/accountability as appropriate during shifts.
  • Carrying out cash reconciliations, voids and refunds and other ‘management’ tasks for till colleagues.
  • Being a role model and leading the team to work together to provide an exceptional customer experience, setting us apart from our competitors.
  • Working with colleagues to promote the store by identifying and actioning opportunities to engage with and support the local community.
  • Adhering to all company policies and procedures and processes.
Required Skills
  • Previous management or supervisor experience within a food retail or similar fast‑paced operation.
  • Committed to achieving and sustaining exceptional customer service standards.
  • Able to plan, organise and prioritise effectively.
  • Ability to communicate and influence at all levels.
  • Able to take appropriate action and make decisions.
  • Committed to promoting collaborative working.
  • Enthusiastic and flexible with a positive attitude.
  • Committed to developing own skills and apply learning to improve own performance.
Benefits
  • Holiday, Maternity and Paternity leave and pay in excess of statutory entitlements.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Develop your skills and capability in a highly supportive and multi‑diverse culture.
  • Gain hands‑on experience in a high volume, fast‑paced environment.
  • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay packages.
  • Flexible working hours opportunity.
  • Excellent additional benefits package including: Early access to your pay through ‘EarlyPay’, 24/7 access to your payslips via HR/Payroll portal, 12.5% staff discount on fresh items & 10% staff discount on ambient products in our SPAR stores (ex. alcohol & cigarettes).
  • Wellbeing support – access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice.
  • Company Pension Scheme.
  • Company Life Insurance worth 1 x Annual Salary and 6 x Annual Salary with Company Pension Scheme NEST pension scheme.
  • Extra Holiday – Purchase Scheme.
  • Long Service Awards.

If you are a results‑driven and community‑oriented individual with a passion for retail, we invite you to apply for the position of Duty Manager.

Inclusive environment: as a Disability Confident Committed employer we are dedicated to creating a fair, inclusive workplace for all. We offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Minimum 24 hours per week

Pay: £13.75 p/h plus opportunity to earn a bonus and excellent benefits.

Closing date for applications: 3rd August, 2026.

A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd

Contact Details:

A.F. Blakemore & Son Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Duty Manager BRUNSWICK ROAD Retail - SPAR Store Management (inc Foodservice)

Leadership
Supervisory Skills
Customer Service Excellence
Planning and Organising
Communication Skills
Decision-Making
Team Collaboration