Shift and Retail Assistant Manager

We’re looking for a Shift Assistant Manager to join our friendly team at our Southwold and Aldeburgh stores. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love leading a team, and have a passion for exceptional customer service, we’d love to hear from you!

About Us

At Harris & James, we create delicious sweet treats—from hand-roasted coffee and bean-to-bar chocolate to artisan baked goods and handcrafted gelato. Every day is busy, exciting, and rewarding!

What We’re Looking For

We need a dedicated, enthusiastic leader with strong communication skills who can keep the team motivated and deliver exceptional customer service with poise, all while working as part of a close-knit team. If you have a positive attitude and solid team management skills, you’ll fit right in!


Job Details

  • Hours: Flexible Full-time 
  • Days: Monday to Sunday
  • Location: Southwold and Aldeburgh Stores

Responsibilities

  • Work Closely to the store Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure smooth running of both stores 
  •  Manage staff schedules and delegate tasks
  • Provide excellent customer service by setting a positive example
  • Train and support new team members
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for customers and staff

What We Offer

  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • A welcoming, family-like team atmosphere

What You Need

  • Previous experience in retail, hospitality, or a supervisory role (preferred but not essential)
  • Ability to commute between stores (its 45 minutes drive between the two stores)
  • Driving licence (preferred)

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