Job Description
You will be responsible for leading, managing, developing and implementing growth strategies. These responsibilities will be a wide spectrum of tasks ranging from sales strategies, recruitment, training, overseeing the food quality and service, as well as having a presence on the floor.
Duties include but not limited to:
Commercial:
* Taking responsibility for the business performance at the location delivering company forecast and yearly targets.
* To analyse and drive profitable sales whilst constantly improving standards.
* To organise marketing activities, such as promotional event and discount schemes.
People Management:
* Offer clear directions and briefings to the team.
* To offer effective feedback on performance through structured reviews.
* To recruit the best team members for the location.
Client Service:
* To build and maintain a solid and professional relationship with John Lewis.
* To ensure effective communication and engagement with John Lewis.
* To regularly monitor customer feedback and produce a suitable action plan based on the results.
Health & Safety, Food Safety and ESG:
* To ensure the location achieves a minimum score of 90% on European Safety Bureau and 5* scores on EHO visits.
* To ensure the location meets statutory and Company requirements of Health & Safety, Food Safety and Environmental legislation and procedures.
Qualifications
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience within a similar retail role
* Barista experience (advantageous)
* Strong leadership and communication skills
* Positive can-do attitude
* Ability to prioritise multiple tasks in a fast-paced, multi-faceted, creative environment, whilst working well under pressure
* Highly developed attention to detail and record keeping
* Passion for hospitality and delivering a great guest experience
* Great team player
* Leads by example and takes initiative
* Ability to adapt to challenges and opportunities with a solution-based perspective
Additional Information
* Meal on shift
* Endless tea and coffee on shift
* Enrolment into the WSH pension scheme
* Up to 33 days annual leave (plus extra day for your birthday off)
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and family friendly leave with length of service
* Access to everyday discounts and communication portal
* Employee Assistance Programme and qualified Mental Health First Aiders
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Opportunity to develop and further your career in an exciting company