Retail Supervisor
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1964195/154897
- Location: Ewelme, Wallingford
- Job type: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week
- Salary: £12.71 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 20 March 2026
About the role
37.5 hours per week
Working 5 days out of 7 - various shifts
Morning shift 07:00 to 15:00
Afternoon shift 09:00 to 17:00
- Late Shift 13:30 to 21:30
£12.71 per hour
Free Car parking on site
10% Staff discount in on site shop
Family days with flying displays
Enjoy a Costa coffee and a cake at our onsite café the common room
Discounted membership at On site Gym
Sodexo Rewards and Benefits
Discounts at Sodexo partner brands
Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position
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Job Description:
Retail Supervisor – Sodexo
| RAF Benson, Wallingford, OX10 6AA
Join the Sodexo team as a Retail Supervisor and play an integral role in running our dynamic convenience store, providing exceptional service to our Armed Forces personnel. Your leadership and customer-focused approach will help enhance the day-to-day lives of everyone you meet.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead by example and inspire your team to complete all tasks efficiently and to the highest standard.
- Take charge of stock management, keeping a close eye on deliveries and ensuring shelves are fully stocked.
- Supervise daily operations, manage team activities, and be the go-to person for customer queries and support.
- Foster a positive and open-minded culture, driving new initiatives and creative ways of working within the store.
- Promote and support offers, discounts, and loyalty schemes to enhance the customer experience.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised store environment.
- Confidently verify IDs for restricted items, ensuring compliance with store policies.
What You Bring:
- Must be 18 or over to sell restricted items
- Previous supervisory experience in retail or customer service, with a proven ability to support a team.
- A hands-on approach and passion for delivering an outstanding customer experience.
- Ability to take the reins when the retail manager is away, showing initiative and confidence.
- Strong team-building skills, fostering a positive and collaborative environment.
- Experience with store openings and closures, and familiarity with key-holder responsibilities.
- A proactive mindset, ensuring both you and your team stay ahead of tasks and deliver the best service possible.
- Experience with cash handling, tills, or stock systems
Due to security requirements you must have been continuously resident in UK for last 3 years to apply for this position
What we offer:
- On-the-job training with experienced professionals
- Fully funded apprenticeship qualifications
- Career development opportunities within Sodexo
- A friendly and supportive work environment
- Wellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.
- Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.
- Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
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KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Ewelme, Wallingford, United Kingdom, OX10 6AA
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