Assistant Store Manager

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Brighton, GB, BN1 3XP Until 9/27/2026 First posted July 29, 2026 Last posted July 29, 2026
Job description

About the Role

Assistant Store Manager –  M&S Simply Food Brighton Station 

 

If you're passionate about food and travel, you've come to the right place. We are the Global food travel experts, and we have something delicious for everyone. Whether you're flying, taking a train, or just passing by, we have the best food and drink options for you.   

 


We work with more than 500 brands, from our own creations like Upper Crust, Millie’s Cookies, Café Local and Beer House, to well-known franchises like M&S, Starbucks, Burger King, The Breakfast Club & BrewDog.   

 

As Assistant Store Manager, you'll be rewarded with a competitive salary up to  £32,000 p.a and enjoy: 

 

  • Colleague discount - up to 50% 
  • 75% colleague discount when on shift 
  • Friends & Family discount 20% (T&C apply does not apply to all brands)
  • Flexible working 
  • Management bonus scheme 
  • Access to digital GPs, 24/7 helpline for you & family 
  • Wellbeing support through Retail Trust and family-friendly leave 
  • Variety of networks to support you, Neurodiversity, LGBTQ+ and many more 
  • Life assurance  
  • Apprenticeships and ongoing development opportunities 
  • Share incentive plan (SIP) 

 

We're looking for an inspirational Assistant Store Manager to join our team at M&S Simply Food. You'll have the opportunity to make a difference every day, as you support your manager and team to deliver exceptional customer service and operational excellence. 

 

As Assistant Store Manager you’ll: 

 

  • Be passionate and dedicated and a strong support to the General Manager. 
  • Have the highest standards of brand quality and safety for our customers and team. 
  • Be an inspiration to the team to deliver outstanding customer service and loyalty. 
  • Mentor and train the team to grow and excel. 
  • Have proven experience and confidence in leading a team. 
  • Set an example of excellent service skills. 
  • Communicate effectively and clearly. 
  • Be adaptable and resilient in any situation. 

 

SSP are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer that seek to recruit and retain the most talented individuals from a variety of backgrounds, skills and perspectives. 
 

 

Start the best part of your journey with us! 

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About this role

Summary

Support store operations, lead team, ensure customer satisfaction, uphold brand standards.

Job title

Assistant Store Manager

Experience level

proven experience and confidence in leading a team

Industry

retail

Location requirements

Brighton, GB, remote work not allowed

Salary

up to £32,000 p.a

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

leadershipcommunicationteam managementcustomer service

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

customer serviceteam leadershipoperationsfood retail
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Brighton, Brighton and Hove, UK

On-site City