Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the communities we serve.
We're proud of the impact our stores have locally and remain committed to continued growth and investment in the future.
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
Hours of work: 39 hours per week
About the Role
As a Deli Supervisor, you'll play a key role in leading our deli team to deliver great service and great food to our customers. You'll oversee the preparation and presentation of a wide variety of freshly made products, from ready-to-go items to delicious made-to-order options. With your leadership, you'll ensure the team works together to maintain high standards of food quality, safety, and presentation, while creating a welcoming and friendly environment for customers.
Here's What You Can Expect to be Doing
Your role will be varied, hands-on, and people-focused, including:
* Supervising and supporting the deli team on a daily basis
* Providing excellent customer service and encouraging the team to do the same
* Preparing, baking, and presenting our tasty range of deli products
* Managing stock levels, rotation, and ordering where required
* Leading by example in maintaining food safety, allergen awareness, labelling, and audits
* Ensuring counters and displays are fully stocked and attractively presented
* Keeping equipment and work areas clean, safe, and sanitised at all times
A Few Things About You
We're looking for someone with leadership potential who is enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about great food and service. Ideally, you will also be:
* Friendly and approachable, with strong communication skills
* A natural leader who can motivate and support a team
* Hardworking and dependable, with great attention to detail
* Flexible and able to adapt in a busy environment
* Experienced in food service or retail, with knowledge of food safety standards (Level 2 Food Hygiene would be an advantage, but training can be provided)
Why Join Us?
We believe in rewarding our colleagues. That's why when you join us, you'll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, personal growth, and loyalty.
Loyalty Pay - Celebrate your work anniversary with a little extra You'll earn an additional £0.55 per hour over the financial year, with the hourly amount increasing the longer you stay with us. Your total is paid as a lump sum in the month following your anniversary.
20% Staff Discount - Enjoy 20% off your shopping in our company-owned SPAR stores — perfect for those everyday essentials and treats.
Pension & Life Insurance - You will be enrolled into the Nest pension scheme. After two years of service, you will also receive life insurance cover, offering added security for you and your loved ones.
Learning & Development - Whether you're looking to build your career or gain new skills, our in-house team will support you with fully funded, accredited training and industry-recognised qualifications.
Grocery Aid Support - Access free, confidential, 24/7 support through Grocery Aid — offering expert advice and help on everything from mental health and financial concerns to legal issues and family support.
For more information about us and the benefits we offer, please head over to our careers page.
Please note if we receive a high number of applicants, we may close the advert early. We advise interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to avoid disappointment.
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