FAQs
What is the salary for the Food Manager position?
The salary for the Food Manager position starts from £30,250.
Where is the Food Manager position located?
The Food Manager position is located at the Kempshott Store, Basingstoke, RG22 4TW.
What type of contract is being offered for this role?
The contract type being offered for the Food Manager role is permanent.
What are the main responsibilities of a Food Manager?
The main responsibilities of a Food Manager include operational in-store management, ensuring the grocery, fresh, and produce areas are well-stocked and maintained, managing a team, assigning tasks, planning breaks, creating rotas, and addressing performance issues.
What career progression opportunities are available for a Food Manager?
A Food Manager can progress to roles such as Lead Manager in Food, In-store Customer Experience, Clothing, or General Merchandise, and further advance to Store Management roles or leadership opportunities across the Sainsbury’s family.
What kind of training and support can I expect in this role?
You will receive a clear induction and orientation, alongside a specific training plan that you will build with your manager, who will support and coach you in delivering great performance.
Are there any benefits offered with the Food Manager position?
Yes, benefits include a discount card, free food and hot drinks in stores, generous holiday entitlement, pension matching, a share scheme, wellbeing support, colleague networks, and special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, and more.
What qualities are ideal for a candidate applying for the Food Manager role?
Ideal candidates should be motivated to develop, dedicated to building their team's potential, passionate about customer service, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.
Is prior management experience required for the Food Manager position?
While prior management experience is preferred, candidates looking to step up from a supervisory role in a similar setting may also be considered.
Will there be opportunities for feedback and performance review?
Yes, as a Food Manager, you will be expected to provide ongoing feedback to your team and support their development through regular performance discussions.