Foodhall Manager at Ada

Bolton, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, GroceryIndustries

Requirements

  • Proven experience managing large food operations in a retail environment
  • Strong knowledge of both ambient and fresh food categories
  • A track record of leading teams to deliver commercial and customer outcomes
  • Confidence in managing compliance, food safety, and operational standards
  • Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends
  • Customer-obsessed: Understand what great looks like in food retail and deliver it consistently across all departments
  • Operationally strong: Confident managing large-scale food operations, from stock control and waste reduction to compliance and safety
  • Commercially focused: Use data and insight to drive sales, improve margins, and respond to customer trends
  • Inspiring leader: Lead by example, coach your team, and create a culture of high performance and accountability
  • Detail-oriented: Maintain high standards of presentation, hygiene, and legal compliance
  • Adaptable: Thrive in a dynamic environment and manage seasonal peaks, promotions, and change with confidence

Responsibilities

  • Take full ownership of the store’s Ambient and Fresh food operations (dry groceries, household essentials, fresh produce, chilled, and bakery)
  • Ensure every aisle is full, fresh, and ready for customers
  • Lead and inspire a team of department managers and colleagues to deliver exceptional standards, availability, and service
  • Use data and insight to drive performance
  • Manage stock and waste
  • Ensure full compliance with food safety and operational policies

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Food Retail ManagementTeam LeadershipStock ControlWaste ReductionFood Safety ComplianceData AnalysisSales OptimizationCustomer ServiceAmbient Food OperationsFresh Food Operations

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Foodhall Manager position?

The position offers a competitive salary plus benefits.

Is this Foodhall Manager role remote or office-based?

This is an on-site role based in Farnworth, requiring flexibility to work a range of shifts including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

What skills and experience are required for the Foodhall Manager role?

You need proven experience managing large food operations in retail, strong knowledge of ambient and fresh food categories, a track record of leading teams for commercial and customer outcomes, and confidence in managing compliance, food safety, and operational standards.

What benefits are offered to the Foodhall Manager?

Benefits include 15% colleague discount on shopping from day 1, discretionary company bonus scheme, enhanced electric car scheme, free eye tests, discounted services like mobile and pharmacy, Stream flexible pay access, company pension, and wellbeing support including 24/7 virtual GP and EAP.

What makes a strong candidate for the Foodhall Manager position?

A brilliant candidate is customer-obsessed, operationally strong in food operations, commercially focused using data to drive sales, an inspiring leader who coaches teams, detail-oriented in standards and compliance, and adaptable to dynamic environments.

Ada

Automates customer service with AI chatbots

About Ada

Ada provides automated customer experience solutions through AI-powered chatbots that help businesses streamline customer service tasks. The platform operates on a subscription model, allowing companies to automate repetitive tasks and improve customer satisfaction while reducing costs. Ada differentiates itself by offering a comprehensive suite of services, including consulting and managed services, backed by strong venture capital support. The company's goal is to transform customer service management by enhancing efficiency and engagement through automation.

Toronto, CanadaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$185.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
201-500Employees

Risks

Emerging AI chatbot startups pose a threat to Ada's market share.
Rapid AI advancements require continuous updates, straining Ada's resources.
Data privacy regulations could increase compliance costs for Ada.

Differentiation

Ada specializes in AI-driven chatbots for automated customer experience solutions.
The company offers a subscription-based model ensuring steady revenue and client engagement.
Ada provides consulting, development, and managed services to enhance customer support operations.

Upsides

Ada raised $130M in Series C funding, boosting its growth potential.
Partnerships with platforms like Zendesk enhance Ada's integration capabilities.
Growing demand for AI solutions supports Ada's market expansion and client acquisition.

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