Store Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 22 March 2026
LOCATION
Reading
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£38,800 / year
CATEGORY
Retail
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SKILLS

Leadership Customer Service Food Safety Inventory Management Budget Management Meat Cutting Team Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

Store Manager at [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]

Location: 403 Oxford Road, Southcote, Reading. RG30 1HA

Salary: £38,800 per year

Store Manager

We are looking for an ambitious and motivated Store /Butchery Manager to join our team in our store. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the town’s fastest growing business, responsible for overseeing the operations of the butchery department in a retail store. This position involves managing store and team, ensuring the highest quality of meat products and grocers, exceptional customer service, and efficient daily operations. Manage grocery & meat section and managing online sales and delivery, your role is to maintain the shop’s reputation and driving its success

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise, train, and motivate a team of butchers, ensuring they follow best practices in meat cutting, customer service, and food safety.
  • Assign tasks, establish work schedules, and manage staffing levels to meet business demands.
  • Provide coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations to team members, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
  • Oversee and participate in the preparation, meat cutting, and presentation of various meat products, ensuring consistency, quality, and accuracy.
  • Train staff in proper meat cutting techniques, portion control, and product knowledge.
  • Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with suppliers to maintain an adequate stock of fresh and quality meats.
  • Lead by example in providing exceptional customer service, assisting customers with their inquiries, and guiding them in meat selection and cooking methods.
  • Handle customer feedback and resolve any issues or complaints in a professional and satisfactory manner.
  • Lead by example in providing exceptional customer service, assisting customers with their inquiries, and guiding them in meat selection and cooking methods.
  • Handle customer feedback and resolve any issues or complaints in a professional and satisfactory manner.
  • Enforce strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards, ensuring compliance with health regulations and company policies.
  • Implement and oversee proper handling, storage, and disposal of meat products.
  • Collaborate with the visual merchandising team to create attractive and appealing displays of meat products.
  • Ensure that display cases are clean, organized, and properly maintained to showcase the freshness and quality of products.
  • Ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of all equipment, including knives, cutting tools, and machinery
  • Report and address any equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs promptly
  • Assist in budgeting, cost control, and pricing strategies to optimize profitability
  • Monitor sales, analyze trends, and make informed recommendations to improve product offerings and sales performance.

Skills Required:

  • Strong leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to lead and inspire a team.
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
  • Proficiency in inventory management, stock control, and ordering processes.
  • Basic understanding of financial principles and budget management.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in product presentation and merchandising.
  • Physical fitness and stamina to perform manual tasks and lift heavy objects.
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
  • Have a minimum of 5 years as a Store / Butchery Manager

Other benefits Include:

  • Great career progression path, 28 days holiday per year, Flexible working hours, Paid training, Company discount, Free uniform
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