Castleton, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Retail Management, Team Leadership, Commercial Decision-Making, Stock Control, Merchandising
Bury, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer Service, Food Preparation, Food Safety, Allergen Awareness, Stock Management
Whitehaven, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer Service, Food Preparation, Food Safety, Allergen Awareness, Stock Management
Appleby-In-Westmorland, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer Service, Cash Handling, Numeracy Skills, Communication Skills, Attention To Detail
Bedlington, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer Service, Cash Handling, Till Operation, Stock Management, Waste Reduction
Preston, England, United Kingdom · On-site
$16/hr–$21/hr
Based at our contemporary head office and distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, James Hall & Co. Ltd. have been established for over 150 years proudly serving communities across the north of England as supplie…
Skills: HGV Driving, Multi Drop Distribution, Multi Temperature Distribution, Tachograph Management, Manual Handling
On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer Service, Cash Handling, Till Operation, Stock Management, Waste Reduction
Southport, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer Service, Food Preparation, Food Safety, Allergen Awareness, Stock Management
On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer Service, Food Preparation, Food Safety, Allergen Awareness, Stock Management
Seaton Civil Parish, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Part of the James Hall & Co. family, Graham Eyes Butchers brings over 40 years of butchery expertise to SPAR stores across the North of England. From locally sourced meats to award-winning sausages, we’re committed…
Skills: Store Management, Team Leadership, Financial Performance, Operational Standards, Customer Service
Preston, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Based at our contemporary head office and distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, James Hall & Co. Ltd. have been established for over 150 years proudly serving communities across the north of England as supplie…
Skills: Food Safety Awareness, Attention To Detail, Manual Handling, Communication, Problem-Solving
York, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Based at our contemporary head office and distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, James Hall & Co. Ltd. have been established for over 150 years proudly serving communities across the north of England as supplie…
Skills: Store Management, Leadership, Team Motivation, Financial Performance, Operational Standards
Burnley, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Team Leadership, Customer Service, Staff Motivation, Health & Safety, Food Hygiene
Bolton, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Founded in 1999 by Fazila Malek and her husband Abdul, Fazila Foods has become a hallmark of quality in the Halal food industry. Operating from our production facility in Bolton, Fazila Foods proudly supplies over 450 SP…
Skills: Health & Safety Management, Risk Assessment, Food Safety, GMP Standards, Employee Relations
Kelloe, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Team Leadership, Customer Service, Staff Motivation, Health & Safety, Food Hygiene
York, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Team Leadership, Customer Service, Staff Motivation, Health & Safety, Food Hygiene
Southport, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Part of the James Hall & Co. family, Graham Eyes Butchers brings over 40 years of butchery expertise to SPAR stores across the North of England. From locally sourced meats to award-winning sausages, we’re committed…
Skills: Store Management, Team Leadership, Financial Performance, Operational Standards, Customer Service
England, United Kingdom · On-site
Part of the James Hall & Co. family, Graham Eyes Butchers brings over 40 years of butchery expertise to SPAR stores across the North of England. From locally sourced meats to award-winning sausages, we’re committed…
Skills: Store Management, Leadership, Team Motivation, Financial Performance, Operational Standards
York, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the comm…
Skills: Customer Service, Cash Handling, Stock Management, Till Operation, Waste Reduction
Thropton, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Part of the James Hall & Co. family, Graham Eyes Butchers brings over 40 years of butchery expertise to SPAR stores across the North of England. From locally sourced meats to award-winning sausages, we’re committed…
Skills: Meat Preparation, Customer Service, Food Safety, Date Coding, Temperature Checking
Castleton, England, United Kingdom • On-site
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Lead the launch and daily operations of a new SPAR store, ensuring high operational standards and exceptional customer service. Manage team development, commercial performance, and the integration of Food to Go and Post Office Local services.
Requires an experienced retail manager with a proven track record in delivering results and motivating teams. Preference is given to candidates with experience in convenience or food retail environments.
Our SPAR colleagues play a vital role within the James Hall & Co. Ltd. family. Their dedication helps us deliver excellent service across our network of over 450 company-owned stores, keeping us firmly rooted in the communities we serve.
We’re proud of the impact our stores have locally and remain committed to continued growth and investment in the future.
Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time
Hours of work: 39 hours per week
About the Opportunity
An exciting new SPAR store is opening soon, and we're looking for an experienced and passionate Store Manager to lead our brand-new team from day one.
Our new store will offer everything our customers know and love from SPAR, alongside an exciting Food to Go offering and a convenient Post Office Local service.
This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in launching a new store, building a high-performing team and creating an exceptional shopping experience for our local community.
As Store Manager, you'll have full responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the store, ensuring outstanding customer service, strong commercial performance and high operational standards across every department.
Here’s What You Can Expect to be Doing
Depending on the role, you could be:
A Few Things About You
We're looking for someone who is:
If you're looking for an exciting opportunity to lead a brand-new SPAR store and make a real impact from the very beginning, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
We believe in rewarding our colleagues. That’s why when you join us, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, personal growth, and loyalty.
Loyalty Pay - Celebrate your work anniversary with a little extra! You’ll earn an additional £0.55 per hour over the financial year, with the hourly amount increasing the longer you stay with us. Your total is paid as a lump sum in the month following your anniversary.
20% Staff Discount - Enjoy 20% off your shopping in our company-owned SPAR stores — perfect for those everyday essentials and treats.
Annual Leave- Start with a generous 30 days of annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays. Entitlement increases with length of service, rewarding your continued commitment.
Enhanced Pension & Life Insurance - You will be enrolled into our Master Trust pension scheme, offering enhanced contributions to support your financial future. You will also receive life insurance cover from the start of your employment, providing immediate peace of mind for you and your family.
Learning & Development - Whether you're looking to build your career or gain new skills, our in-house team will support you with fully funded, accredited training and industry-recognised qualifications.
Grocery Aid Support - Access free, confidential, 24/7 support through Grocery Aid — offering expert advice and help on everything from mental health and financial concerns to legal issues and family support.
For more information about us and the benefits we offer, please head over to our careers page.
Please note if we receive a high number of applicants, we may close the advert early. We advise interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to avoid disappointment.
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A fifth-generation family business operating as SPAR’s primary retailer, wholesaler and distributor in Northern England.
James Hall & Co. Ltd is a Lancashire-based family business, founded in Southport in 1863. James Hall & Co. Ltd. is one of the county’s largest private employers with more than 800 staff just at the Bowland View distribution site and over 4,500 staff working across the North of England. As SPAR UK's wholesaler and distributor for the north of England, we currently serve over 450 SPAR stores across the North of England, producing bakery goods, fresh cakes, pies and sandwiches and Asian cuisine from our company owned production sites. Re-investment has always been a priority to James Hall & Co. Ltd and as a result the business has grown very successfully. In February 2011, we moved to a purpose-built distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, overlooking Junction 31a of the M6. The unique design of our new depot ensures a truly multi-functional site capable of handling and distributing all types of goods as well as the manufacturing of fresh food. There is an incredible sense of pride in the longevity of our company and the fact we have stayed true to our roots for over 160 years. Our mission is simple, to be in business in another 50 years time. Please visit our website at www.jameshall.co.uk to apply for any of our current vacancies.
Offices: SPAR Distribution Centre, Bowland View, Preston, PR2 5QT, GB
A fifth-generation family business operating as SPAR’s primary retailer, wholesaler and distributor in Northern England.
James Hall & Co. Ltd is a Lancashire-based family business, founded in Southport in 1863. James Hall & Co. Ltd. is one of the county’s largest private employers with more than 800 staff just at the Bowland View distribution site and over 4,500 staff working across the North of England. As SPAR UK's wholesaler and distributor for the north of England, we currently serve over 450 SPAR stores across the North of England, producing bakery goods, fresh cakes, pies and sandwiches and Asian cuisine from our company owned production sites. Re-investment has always been a priority to James Hall & Co. Ltd and as a result the business has grown very successfully. In February 2011, we moved to a purpose-built distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, overlooking Junction 31a of the M6. The unique design of our new depot ensures a truly multi-functional site capable of handling and distributing all types of goods as well as the manufacturing of fresh food. There is an incredible sense of pride in the longevity of our company and the fact we have stayed true to our roots for over 160 years. Our mission is simple, to be in business in another 50 years time. Please visit our website at www.jameshall.co.uk to apply for any of our current vacancies.
Offices: SPAR Distribution Centre, Bowland View, Preston, PR2 5QT, GB
