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Store Manager | Specialist Retail | Reading | £35,000 Are you an experienced Store Manager, Retail Manager or Assistant Manager with a genuine passion for fishing and angling? We're recruiting for a Store Manager in Reading to join a leading specialist retail business. Ready to make your application Please do read through the description at least once before clicking on Apply. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially focused retail leader who enjoys developing teams, driving sales and delivering an excellent customer experience. You don't necessarily need previous experience in fishing retail. We're open to candidates from a range of backgrounds, including experienced Assistant Managers ready to step up and strong hospitality managers looking to move into retail, provided you have the leadership skills, commercial awareness and passion for fishing we're looking for. What's On Offer? £35,000 salary Up to 40% staff discount The opportunity to combine your career with your passion for fishing and angling Join a specialist retailer with a strong connection to the angling community Excellent opportunity to develop your retail management career A hands-on leadership role with responsibility for store performance and team development The Role As Store Manager , you'll take ownership of the day-to-day running of the Reading store, leading and developing your team while driving sales, customer service and overall commercial performance. Your responsibilities will include: Leading, coaching and developing a team to deliver excellent customer service Taking ownership of store sales, KPIs and commercial performance Motivating the team to achieve and exceed sales targets Delivering an exceptional customer experience through expert advice and service Managing rotas, stock, administration, compliance and health & safety Maintaining high standards of visual merchandising and store presentation Managing colleague performance, training and development Building strong relationships with customers and encouraging repeat business Handling customer and colleague issues confidently and professionally Working closely with the wider management team to achieve business objectives About You We're looking for a people-focused, commercially minded retail manager who enjoys leading from the front and creating a great customer experience. You'll ideally have: Previous experience as a Store Manager, Retail Manager, Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager or similar Strong people management and leadership skills Experience working towards sales targets and KPIs Excellent customer service and communication skills A confident and organised approach to running a busy retail store A genuine passion for fishing or angling Good knowledge of fishing products and equipment The enthusiasm to share your knowledge and passion with customers Don't have previous retail management experience? If you're an experienced Hospitality Manager, Restaurant Manager, Assistant General Manager or similar looking to move into retail, we'd still like to hear from you if you have strong leadership, sales and customer service experience and a genuine passion for fishing. Equally, if you're an Assistant Manager ready to step up into your first Store Manager role, this could be an excellent opportunity to take that next step. Interested? xrnqpay If you're an experienced Store Manager, Retail Manager, Assistant Manager or Hospitality Manager with a passion for fishing and angling, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for a confidential conversation about the opportunity. Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy . BH37162

£12.99per hour (£13.50 when you work as Manager on Shift) & Perks Ready to bridge the gap between the floor and management? At Prezzo, we’re looking for a high-energy Duty Manager to take the next step. This is your chance to bring your personality to leadership, learn the business, and work with an incredible, like-minded team where having fun is part of the job. Earn a higher rate when leading shifts. Free meals on shift, your birthday off, and 50% off food for you and your crew. Structured training to get you ready for Assistant Manager and beyond. Wellbeing support, GP helpline, and exclusive hospitality rewards. You are the heartbeat of the shift. As a keyholder, you’ll open and close the restaurant, lead the team when the GM is away, and ensure every guest experiences our "Hospitality Magic." You’ll master the "behind-the-scenes" stuff—like cashing up and compliance—while staying front-and-centre as a role model for the team. You’ve got solid experience as a server or supervisor and you’re ready for more. You’ve got the confidence to lead a team through a buzzing, busy service. You’re reliable, positive, and passionate about making people smile. You’re eager to learn the operational side of a successful restaurant. Ready to lead with heart and level up your career? #J-18808-Ljbffr

At Wingstop, we’re not just in the chicken business, we’re in the flavour business. Creating memorable experiences for our customers and team is what we do best, and we’ve got the Awardsto prove it (Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025 and Deliveroo’s Restaurant of the Year). But our mission remains simple: BRING THE FLAVOUR. As a Shift Manager, you’ll take the lead in running smooth, successful shifts while supporting and developing your team. You’ll be responsible for maintaining high standards across service, food quality, and cleanliness, ensuring every customer has a great experience. You’ll motivate the team, step in where needed, and keep everything on track during busy periods. This is a hands on role where you’ll lead by example, build team confidence, and play a key part in delivering strong operational performance. This role is based in one of our restaurants where customers can dine in, as well as order takeaway and delivery. As a Shift Manager, you’ll lead from the front during busy shifts, supporting your team, driving standards, and making sure every customer leaves with a great experience. • Leading shifts and supporting your team on the floor, • Delivering fast, friendly, and consistent customer experiences, • Coaching and developing Crew Members, • Ensuring food quality, cleanliness, and safety standards are met, • Supporting stock control and daily operations, • Previous experience in a supervisory or team leader role, • Confident, hands on leadership style, • Strong communication and organisation skills, • Positive, team first mindset Authentic. Entrepreneurial. Fun. Service-Minded. Here at Wingstop, it’s all about the people, the passion, and the energy. We’re more than just wings, we’re a fast-moving, fun, and inclusive team where everyone’s voice is heard, growth is encouraged, and effort is recognised. From day one, you’ll be part of a culture that celebrates teamwork, rewards ambition and thrives on bringing energy to every shift. Whether you’re learning new skills, leading a team, or helping launch a new store, you’ll feel the Wingstop vibe in everything we do. We are fast-paced, high-energy, and all about delivering great experiences for our customers and our people. It’s more than just a job. It’s a place to build confidence, make mates, and be part of something that’s growing fast. • Quarterly Bonus, • Flexible Rota, • Free food on every shift, • Employee discount (50% Mon–Thurs, 20% Fri–Sun), • 28 days holiday + birthday off, • Culture budgets allocated to every restaurant for recognition, • Regular companywide incentives, • Step Up Programme, • Structured leadership development, • Clear progression into Assistant Manager roles, • Wagestream access, • Discounts platform, • Employee of the Month recognition, • Team socials and events, • Uniform provided We celebrate individuality and are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we are committed to creating a supportive environment for all. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process to perform at your best, please let us know - we’re here to assist you. AI can be a useful tool - and we understand many candidates use it for support. That said, we’re really interested in you, not an AI-generated version of you. We want to hear your voice and understand your real experience. Applications or interview tasks that rely heavily on AI may not give us an accurate picture of who you are. Bring your authentic self to the process - that’s who we’re excited to meet. #J-18808-Ljbffr

BURGERS & FRIES AND INCREDIBLE CAREERS! We're the burger restaurant with the uncomplicated formula: burgers and fries cooked to perfection, with no frozen ingredients. And we've stuck to the same 'perfect and serve' philosophy since our family business began in 1986. In every restaurant, you'll find talented Shift Managers and you will be responsible for supporting the General and Assistant Managers to ensure that every shift is run to Five Guys standards and that every customer leaves the restaurant feeling better than when they arrived. Our Shift Managers are there to demonstrate leadership, coaching and direction to the team and bringing our values to life for their team and our customers. REWARDS • An achievable bonus scheme worth up to 10% of annual salary, • An additional Secret Shopper bonus worth up to £2,000, • Long service Love2Shop voucher reward - 5 years £500, 10 years £1,000, • 28 Days paid holiday, • Paid breaks, • Free burgers, fries and shakes while on shift, • Life assurance, • All employees get access to Stream. The financial wellbeing app with simple-to-use, flexible benefits built around your pay. OTHER AWESOME PERKS • Days out and social events, • Team competitions - Fry Cup and Olympics, • Five Guys Perks - employee discount program, • Access to wellbeing support and employee assistance programme (EAP), • Development opportunities to grow a career with us!, • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave, • Pension scheme AS A SHIFT MANAGER, YOU'LL BE RESPONSBILE FOR • Our people - Leading from the front and being hands-on, working on the line and on the dining area, • Supporting the General Manager in the delivery of perfect burgers and fries while providing a above & beyond experience for your team and customers, • Creating an awesome working environment where people are happy to come to work and have fun while leading with our Values - Competitive, Enthusiastic, Family, Get It Done and Integrity, • Ensuring every customer is delighted with their order and their Five Guys experience - You will deal with complaints promptly in an open and honest way, • You will ensure that each shift runs as smoothly as possible and that our values form part of your shift management WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE • Experience: Ideally, you have at least 1 year of management experience in a similar role within a high-volume hospitality or QSR environment. You know what it takes to run a busy shift and keep the energy high, • Customer Satisfaction: You are obsessed with the guest experience and have the numbers to prove it. You have a track record of driving customer satisfaction scores, increasing engagement, and consistently delivering excellent Mystery Shopper results and positive reviews, • Financial Responsibility: You understand the basics of running a profitable shift, managing crew breaks, minimising food waste, and deploying the team effectively during the rush, • Leadership Skills: You are a natural motivator who enjoys being hands-on. You lead by example and know how to get the best out of the Crew during a busy service, • Operational Excellence: You have a good working knowledge of Food Hygiene and Health & Safety standards and know how to enforce them on the line, • Flexibility: You are available to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays INCREDIBLE CAREERS WITH FIVE GUYS • If you are ambitious and want to grow - we can provide you with support and the right tools to build a career with us, • Your next step would be an Assistant Manager, • Five Guys isn't just a job - it can be a career!

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