Store Manager
We won't lie \- we're kind of a big deal around here.
Barleylands Farm Shop has been serving the people of Billericay and Essex for 25 years. We're a community destination \- fresh produce, discount grocery, an in\-house kitchen, wholesale operation, live\-selling shows, and a team that genuinely loves what they do.
We've got a cracking product range that flies out the door, a loyal customer base built over two and a half decades, a brilliant team who take real pride in the shop, and big ambitions for the next chapter of the business.
And now we need you.
Why Barleylands is a great place to work
\- Genuine responsibility from day one \- this isn't a babysitting role
\- £41,600 per year \- 40 hours per week
\- No two days are the same \- fresh produce, grocery, wholesale, kitchen, events
\- A tight\-knit team who actually enjoy coming to work
\- 25 years of community trust behind you \- the brand opens doors
\- Real scope to grow with the business and take on more
\- Free parking, easy access, Billericay location
So what's the job actually about?
We're looking for a Store Manager who will be the number one in day\-to\-day operations \- the person who runs the show on the ground so the business can keep moving forward.
You'll be responsible for:
\- Leading, motivating and managing the team across all shifts
\- Opening and closing the store \- you're the person who sets the standard
\- Managing the shop floor so it looks outstanding every single day
\- Overseeing stock, ordering and supplier relationships
\- Driving sales and making sure the store hits its targets
\- Dealing with customer queries, escalations and keeping standards high
\- Running the whole operation when required
What your typical day will look like:
6:00am \- You roll in before the team. First walk of the shop floor \- check the overnight stock replenishment is done, note anything that needs attention.
6:20am \- Quick briefing with the early team. Set the tone. Today's priorities are clear.
7:00am \- Produce delivery arrives. You oversee the unload and check quality \- standards matter here.
8:00am \- Store opens. You're on the floor, not hiding in an office. Team's in position, display looks great.
9:30am \- Catch\-up with your supervisor on the day's tasks. Check in with the kitchen team on the sandwich run.
10:30am \- Walk the shop with a critical eye \- gaps filled? Tickets right? Fridge temps checked?
12:00pm \- Lunch break. You actually take it.
1:00pm \- Back on the floor. Busy lunchtime trade to manage.
2:30pm \- Review the day's sales figures. Spot a line that's flying \- flag to the buyer to reorder.
3:30pm \- Shift handover to your afternoon supervisor. Walk them through the day and what needs finishing.
5:00pm \- Admin time \- rotas, messages, anything that needs escalating.
6:00pm \- Done. The store is in safe hands.
Every day is different. But it's always busy and always rewarding.
The ideal candidate:
\- Previous retail management experience \- supermarket, farm shop, grocery or similar
\- Has managed a team of 5 or more people and is comfortable having difficult conversations
\- A natural leader \- people follow you because they respect you
\- Commercially minded \- you understand margins, wastage and what makes a store profitable
\- Sets high standards and holds the team to them
\- Reliable \- if you say 6am, you're there at 5:55
\- Genuinely loves retail and the buzz of a busy shop floor
\- Calm under pressure and decisive when it matters
This role is NOT for you if:
\- You've never managed a team before
\- You prefer the office to the shop floor
\- You're not available to work weekends \- this is non\-negotiable
\- You struggle when things change quickly
\- You're looking for a quiet life
The details:
\- Salary: £41,600 per year
\- Hours: 40 per week, rota\-based including weekends
\- Location: Barleylands Farm Shop, Billericay, Essex
\- Start: As soon as possible
\- Contract: Full\-time, permanent
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Pay: £41,600\.00 per year
Benefits:
- On\-site parking
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