Assistant Store Manager

Job Summary by the Career Balance Team:

BP Retail is currently seeking an experienced Assistant Store Manager to lead a small team and oversee all aspects of the store’s operations, including fresh food, Wild Bean Café, and the forecourt. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and the ability to support and energize their team. Responsibilities include ensuring safety compliance, delivering excellent customer service, and managing the team’s development and recruitment. The position offers competitive pay, a discretionary bonus, flexible hours, and access to various employee benefits. Interested candidates can apply through the applicant portal on the BP website.

Job Description:Assistant store manager
About bp retail
At the heart of customer facing roles, bp retail is at the forefront of the ever-changing market and supporting our customers with their every need.‎ You can find out more about bp retail here
What you get
The opportunity to earn a discretionary bonus of up to 11.25% of annual salary
25% discount on in store goods *exclusions apply
Paid holiday
Flexible hours
Access to the Retail Trust (24/ 7 online GP, financial and wellbeing services)
Access to the Employee Assistance Programme
Discounts with other businesses through Perks at Work
Family leave
The opportunity to progress your career
Competitive pay rates
Access to the Headspace app and Thrive wellbeing portal
Job security
Pension scheme
Share save scheme
What we’re looking for
An experienced manager who has the capabilities to work with and lead a diverse, small team on a variety of tasks throughout the day. We are looking for managers who have strength in being able to support and energize a team whilst maximising their potential in a supportive manner.
What you are responsible for
As an Assistant Store Manager, you will be responsible for leading the team and all aspects of the fresh food, Wild Bean Café, and the forecourt operations.
Making sure that safety of yourself, your team, and the customer, in line with bp policies and procedures, is your top priority
Ensure legal and safety compliance through all of the store’s operations e.g., food safety, underage sales, forecourt operations
Working with the team to deliver great customer service at every level through getting the basics right and listening to our customers and driving continuous improvement
As an Assistant Store Manager, it will be your responsibility to support with the team’s management, including engagement of the store team, development, training, recruitment, and other people related tasks.
How to apply
To apply for a position at bp, you can log into the applicant portal on and either create an account or log into one you have already created, and then apply for the roles you are interested in through the Apply button at the bottom of each page. All you will need to fill out is your personal details and attach an up-to-date CV and you will be able to submit your application.
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