Job Overview
We are looking to recruit a new shop manager for our shop in Mitcham, Merton, Greater London. This permanent full‑time position requires 45 hours a week across five days, with flexible availability including weekends.
Responsibilities
* Lead by example and get involved in day‑to‑day shop operations.
* Motivate and inspire the team to run an efficient shop and provide excellent service to customers.
* Recruit, induct and develop the team through coaching, mentoring and feedback, building a talent pipeline.
* Ensure customers are looked after, deliveries are processed quickly and shop routines are completed to maintain a safe, clean, tidy shop.
* Control key shop costs – shrinkage, waste and payroll – to meet all KPI’s.
* Report directly to the area manager.
* Meet standards in customer service, cash handling, health & safety, stock management, merchandising and presentation.
Qualifications
* Experience as a manager or assistant manager.
* A full driving licence is desirable; applicants without a licence but who meet all other criteria are welcome to apply.
* Excellent leadership skills and ability to motivate people in a busy environment.
* People‑oriented, trustworthy and reliable; able to build strong working relationships.
* Strong organisational and financial control skills.
* Ability to complete an employment verification check and a Basic DBS (England/Wales) or Disclosure Scotland check if successful.
Benefits
* Salary: £39,889.20 – £48,343.08 per annum (45‑hour contract).
* 30 days holiday each year.
* 15 % staff discount at all 300+ Farmfoods shops.
* Staff benefits package – virtual GP, discounted cinema tickets, gym memberships, days out, travel, life assurance and workplace pension.
* Smart uniform, free life assurance.
* Great training and development opportunities.
Job Details
Hours: 45 hours across 5 days per week. Flexibility required, including weekends. Permanent full‑time position working a variety of shifts, typically 5 days per week from 7 am each day.
Location: Mitcham, Merton, Greater London.
#J-18808-Ljbffr