Trainee Shop Manager

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Overview

This role is a trainee Shop Manager position in Stirchley. It is a permanent full-time role (45 hours per week) with shift variety, 5 days from 7 each week. The initial training involves working with an experienced shop manager, developing retail management skills, and progressing toward a Level 4 Retail Manager apprenticeship with Inspiro. Upon successful completion of the 18-month training programme you will be made a permanent employee.

What does the training involve?

• Initial training period working alongside an experienced shop manager and developing practical skills in retail management.
• A period of running your shop with high support from your Area Manager.
• Approximately 3-6 months into training, you will take on full responsibility for your own shop (subject to performance review) while continuing to develop management skills with support from your area manager.
• Working towards a Level 4 Retail Manager apprenticeship qualification with Inspiro.
• Support with upskilling Maths and English (if required).
• Completion of an independent end point assessment at the end of training.
• This is an 18-month training programme and, upon successful completion, you will be a permanent employee.

Benefits and progression

• Starting salary of £31,392.52, with potential increase to £33,948.94 after 6 months (depending on progress and KPI achievement).
• Paid time to complete apprenticeship coursework.
• Great training and support.
• 30 days holiday each year.
• 15% staff discount in Farmfoods shops.
• Free life assurance.
• Staff benefits package including virtual GP and discounted services/products (cinema tickets, gym memberships, days out, travel).

Role responsibilities

• Be fully accountable for your shop and ensure customers are looked after and routines are completed to maintain a safe, clean and tidy shop.
• Motivate and guide your team to be successful and efficient.
• Lead by example and participate in day-to-day shop tasks.
• Control key costs including payroll, shrinkage and waste.
• Meet standards for customer service, cash handling, health & safety, stock management, merchandising and presentation.
• Recruit, train and develop your team.

About you

We are looking for committed, highly motivated, passionate people with the drive and ambition to learn and develop in their career. The role offers training and a retail qualification. We are looking for someone who:

• Has a friendly, positive, hardworking approach to work.
• Is a 'people person' who can build strong working relationships.
• Is trustworthy and reliable as you will be an important part of a small team.
• Is organised and can remain calm in busy, high-pressured situations.
• Ensures that all work set by the apprenticeship provider is completed on time and to the best of your ability.

More than just a job

Farmfoods offers opportunities for career progression, with a history of internal promotion into management and central services roles. This could be the start of a rewarding, long-term career.

About Farmfoods

Farmfoods is a family business focused on delivering great value and a friendly customer experience. Our shop teams are essential and serve thousands of customers each week.

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Trainee Shop Manager

Hours and pay

• Hours: 45 hours per week across 5 days.
• Pay: £31,392 - £33,948 per annum.
• Benefits: 6 weeks holiday, 15% staff discount, staff benefits package, and more.

Application details

Are you an experienced team leader or supervisor in retail, hospitality or another customer-focused industry? If yes, this could be the opportunity for you.

We are looking to recruit a trainee Shop Manager for our shop in Stirchley. This is a permanent full-time position with 45 hours per week, on a variety of shifts, 5 days from 7 each week.

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