Store Manager

Company: The Salad Project
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Store Manager

We are The Salad Project, a fast‑growing healthy food chain in London, founded in 2021. We have twelve stores and are disrupting the quick‑service restaurant scene with bold, fresh salads.

£35,000 per year

Role Overview

Lead a team of 30‑40 staff in a high‑volume environment, overseeing all aspects of daily operation, service quality, hygiene, staffing, P&L, and staff development.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of 30‑40 staff, delegating tasks to supervisors to maintain standards during all opening hours.
  • Help manage team morale and guide career development.
  • Implement and improve service processes while seeking ways to enhance operations.
  • Maintain 5* hygiene rating by monitoring and enforcing best practices.
  • Ensure and enforce the use of current systems to operate The Salad Project.
  • Assist in hiring and developing staff to meet store and business needs.
  • Maintain control over the P&L of the restaurant.
  • Report any issues or wins to the management team and celebrate staff achievements.
  • Ensure proper maintenance of the store.
  • Deliver excellent customer service, operational service, and great tasting healthy food.

Expectations

  • Strong proficiency in organising a large team.
  • Ability to lead from the front while monitoring issues throughout the day.
  • Ability to steady the ship and prevent issues before they happen.
  • Communication skills, knowing when to use a firm hand or a softer approach.
  • Positive energy and dedication to the team.
  • Strong ability to maintain a clean and hygienic environment.

Experience Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience managing a team in a fast‑paced hospitality environment.
  • Commitment to full‑time employment.
  • Desire to build a career in hospitality.

Compensation & Benefits

  • £35,000–£37,500 per year.
  • 30 days holiday package (including bank holidays).
  • Performance‑based bonus.
  • Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
  • £100 ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme.
  • Enhanced parental leave package.
  • Enhanced sick day package.
  • Free lunch/dinner from The Salad Project while on shift.
  • Team social events.

Employment Details

  • Full‑time.
  • Monday – Friday.
  • 45 hours per week.

About The Salad Project

We are one of the fastest‑growing food chains in London, disrupting the industry with our bold approach to fresh salads. Founded in 2021, we’ve grown to eight stores and are on a mission to redefine how we live, feel, and eat.

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Posted: March 13th, 2026