Job description
Haddenham Garden Centre is a family owned business which has been established for over 40 years. Our Farm Shop offers a selection of meats run by a local butchers Beef Olive, deli counter, freshly baked products, local and regional food, condiments and drinks.
We are currently looking to recruit an experienced Farm Shop Manager to help develop our offering and oversee the day to day running of the department ensuring product quality and superb customer satisfaction whilst maximising the departments profitability.
To be successful you will need to have a love for food and be inspired and motivated by a passion for quality and exceptional service. If you are ambitious with a desire to progress within a growing company, now is the time to join our team
The position is full time and will include working alternate weekends.
The role will involve:
Managing and motivating our team
Stock management, replenishment and ordering
Product procurement ensuring the offering is relevant and seasonal
Processing stock and resulting paperwork via our EPOS and Stock Inventory systems
Ensuring displays are innovative, practical and maintained, and that these are refreshed on a regular basis in conjunction with our merchandising manager
Ensuring the customer experience is second to none
Achieving departmental targets and individual KPI’s
Working to all HR, HSE, Food Safety, Environmental and Fire guidelines in line with company policy and current legislation
Looking to maximise all retail sale opportunities whilst minimising wastage
The ideal candidate will:
Have experience of food retail, purchasing and product merchandising at a similar level
Understand food safety practises and stock control
Possess excellent people skills
Be competent and confident with computer work with basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Be a real foodie, who is passionate about the products they sell
Experience working with a deli offering would be an advantage
Our Benefits Include:
28 days holiday per year inclusive of public/ bank holidays
Contributory pension scheme
Staff discount after completion of probationary period
Uniform provided
Staff training and development
Free Car Parking
Opportunity to earn a performance related bonus after qualifying period
If this sounds like the position for you, please submit your CV and a Cover Letter explaining why you are suitable for this role, highlighting any relevant experience
We’re sorry but it is not possible for us to respond to applicants who are not successful
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 15/05/2023