Job Description

About Us:

Parsons Bakery is an employee-owned, neighbourhood bakery approaching its 100th year of serving hand-crafted, high-quality products to our local communities. Our values -

Committed, Caring, and Considerate

- are at the heart of everything we do. As we grow and evolve, we're looking for a flexible and reliable

Relief Manager

to join our team and help support stores across our estate.

The Role:

As a Relief Manager, you'll travel between our bakery stores to cover for management absences such as holiday, sickness, and training. You'll be responsible for maintaining high standards, leading store teams, and ensuring a smooth operation during your time at each location. This is a varied and hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who enjoys flexibility and thrives in different environments.

Working Hours:

Full-time, 5 out of 7 days including some weekends.

Travel Requirement:

You must have access to a car and be willing to travel across our store locations.

Mileage is paid.

Key Responsibilities:

Step in to manage stores across the estate when the regular manager is away. Lead by example to deliver exceptional customer service and maintain high standards. Support and motivate store teams, ensuring smooth daily operations. Manage stock, sales, waste, and store compliance during your cover periods. Uphold food safety and hygiene standards. Communicate effectively with area managers and head office to ensure consistency and support across sites.

About You:

You live our values:

Committed, Caring, Considerate

. You're flexible, reliable, and confident working in different store environments. You have a valid driver's licence and access to your own vehicle (essential). You have previous experience in a supervisory or management role, ideally within food retail or hospitality. You're a strong communicator and team leader, capable of motivating others. You're organised, responsible, and ready to take initiative.

What We Offer:

A role in an employee-owned business where every voice matters. Paid mileage and travel support. Ongoing training and development opportunities. Staff discounts. A supportive, friendly team environment.

If you're ready for a rewarding and varied management role across our bakery stores - we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Discounted or free food Employee discount Store discount
Experience:

Retail sales: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person