Department Manager - Manchester, United Kingdom - Harvey Nichols

    Harvey Nichols
    Harvey Nichols Manchester, United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

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    Permanent
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    DEPARTMENT MANAGER – FOODMARKET AND DELI CAFE

    Are you looking for a unique hospitality management experience?

    Do you enjoy leading a team of Sales Consultants?

    Do you love all things luxury food and drink?

    If YES, we may have the role for you...

    Luxury department store, Harvey Nichols, is searching for a new Department Manager to join our thriving Foodmarket & Deli Cafe in our Manchester Store. Our culture is based on inclusivity; we embrace diversity. Whoever you are, Harvey Nichols has a place for you. As the new Department Manager, you will work 40 hours a week in our Manchester store.

    How we reward your hard work...

    At Harvey Nichols, we champion career development and are passionate about our people. We will do all we can to support your journey and career path with us. Alongside this you will have access to a world of amazing benefits such as;

  • Up to 40% off fashion
  • Up to 40% off hospitality, foodmarket and hampers
  • 30% off beauty and perfumery, wine and spirits
  • Clothing allowance
  • Competitive commission scheme
  • Discounted city centre parking
  • You will also have access to charity days, a season ticket/bike loan; learning and development opportunities; to our Employee Assistance Program - Retail Trust and recognition schemes and the opportunity to join one of our employee groups – Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion and Sustainability. These are just some of the reasons people join and stay

    About the role...

    As Department Manager, you will be leading a team of Sales Consultants to help them provide a fun and enjoyable 5* experience. You will work closely with your team, helping them to be the best they can be. You will:

  • Maximise sales by staying abreast of market trends and customer expectations.
  • Ensure the Foodmarket, Wineshop and Deli Café meets sales targets through effective business analysis and implementing sales methods where required
  • Ensure that the Foodmarket and Wineshop is merchandised and ticketed to maximise impact in accordance with company standards.
  • To work in conjunction with Head Office in regard to seasonal stock and hampers ensuring maximum sell through.
  • To support set up and prepare the Cafe before service, ensuring all standards are adhered to.
  • To ensure all staff compliance training is undertaken and recorded in-line with government and Food Safety legislation.
  • To train and support staff in giving fast, efficient, and polite service to the maximum of their ability.
  • To consider the customer's satisfaction at all times and to handle customer queries / complaints.
  • To have a thorough working knowledge of the menus and be able to input with creation.
  • To be aware of all security rules and regulations, not only within your own department but in Manchester Store as a whole.
  • To carry out any other reasonable request as made by the senior management of the Manchester Store.
  • To be proactive with the employee life cycle from recruitment to performance management.
  • To identify training requirements, and to organise and follow through on 'on-job' training.
  • To have a thorough working knowledge of Health and Safety Policy, and to ensure by good housekeeping that correct standards of hygiene, cleanliness and safely are adhered to.
  • Flexibility is a must; customer service can't wait during weekends and evenings
  • Is this you?

    We are looking for individuals who embrace diversity, love a challenge, are passionate about luxury retail and are looking for something uniquely different.

  • Have you worked within luxury hospitality before doing something similar?
  • Have you managed teams working and preparing fresh food?
  • Are you great at guiding and coaching your team to hit their targets?
  • Do you have a great knowledge and passion for all things luxury food and drink?
  • Are you great at talking to people?
  • If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you

    Where do I sign?

    If you are already thinking of what you will wear on your first day (no we don't have uniforms) and this role catches your eye, hit the "apply" button below to kick-start your journey with us.