Deputy Store Manager
3 days ago
Oxford
At Whittard of Chelsea, we’ve been inspiring moments of tea, coffee, and hot chocolate delight since 1886. Behind every store experience is a leadership team that brings our story to life-through passion, performance, and pride. We’re now looking for a Retail Deputy Manager to support the Store Manager in delivering exceptional service, empowering a brilliant team, and helping the store run like clockwork. Whether you’re on the shop floor with a sample tray or reviewing daily performance with the team, you’ll be a key part of what makes our stores special. A Day in the Life You’ll be a trusted co-pilot to the Store Manager-leading the team, solving challenges in real time, and ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Your day will include: What Makes You Exceptional? We’re looking for someone who’s ready to take their next step in leadership-and do it with energy, confidence, and a love for retail. You’ll bring: • Experience in a supervisory or assistant management role within a retail environment., • A natural ability to coach, motivate, and lead by example., • Strong commercial instincts, with confidence in reading reports and using data to influence daily decisions., • A proactive mindset-someone who spots what needs doing and takes action., • Great organisation and time management, juggling tasks while staying customer-focused., • A genuine passion for creating brilliant customer experiences-and sharing your product knowledge with pride. Why Whittard? We’re proud of our heritage, but our focus is on the future-nurturing talent, building connection, and creating career paths for people who love what we do. As a Deputy Manager, you’ll get the support to grow your skills, lead your team, and take the next step when you’re ready. You’ll also enjoy: • Up to 50% store discount – discover your new favourites!, • Monthly product allowance – a little treat with every pay cheque., • Discretionary bonus scheme – because great work should be recognised., • Wellbeing resources & family-friendly policies – because we care about the whole you., • Opportunities to connect across stores and head office – be part of something bigger.