Register your interest for a Front of House Catering & Hospitality Supervisor
Location: Edinburgh Academy Senior School, 42 Henderson Row, Edinburgh, EH3 5BL
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (Mon–Fri, 7:00am–3:00pm, flexibility for occasional weekends/events)
Salary: £27,885 per annum 52 weeks
Requirements: Driving licence essential, own vehicle desirable
Hospitality with a Work‑Life Balance
At Sodexo and Edinburgh Academy, we believe you can have a rewarding career in hospitality without constant weekend shifts or late nights. Join a passionate team, deliver exceptional service, and still enjoy your evenings and weekends to recharge.
Grounded in Scotland. Ready for the World.
We’re pipelining for a Front of House Catering & Hospitality Supervisor role to lead our front‑of‑house team, ensuring pupils, staff, and visitors receive outstanding service in a vibrant, high‑energy environment. If you’ve worked in premium hospitality and enjoy leading with warmth, energy, and professionalism, this role could be the perfect balance of challenge and lifestyle.
What You’ll Do
- Lead our front‑of‑house team to deliver smooth, polished service across breakfast, lunch, and high‑profile school events.
- Plan and manage events from start to finish – everything from small daily services to large school functions.
- Train, motivate, and inspire a team of front‑line staff.
- Act as Allergen Champion, ensuring safety and clear communication at mealtimes.
- Collaborate with kitchen and management teams to deliver both routine and bespoke dining experiences.
- Maintain a welcoming, professional dining environment.
- Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and compliance.
About You
- You have strong hospitality or catering experience, ideally in a supervisory role.
- You thrive on providing exceptional customer service.
- You’re organised, proactive, and can handle busy periods with calm efficiency.
- Leadership comes naturally to you – you enjoy coaching and motivating your team.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay at £27,885 per annum
- Regular weekday hours – enjoy evenings and weekends off
- Onsite Parking
- 24/7 virtual GP and mental health support
- Employee Assistance Programme (legal, financial, emotional support)
- Sodexo discounts for you and your family
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Learning and development opportunities
- Retirement plan and death‑in‑service benefit
- Paid volunteering days
- Full training and uniform
Why Join Us
Be part of a prestigious school with a vibrant community.
Lead a passionate front‑of‑house team in a dynamic, high‑energy environment.
Make every day memorable – from breakfasts to big events – and see the impact of your work on pupils, staff, and visitors.
Safeguarding & Inclusion
Sodexo and The Edinburgh Academy are committed to safeguarding children and promoting inclusion. This role requires a satisfactory PVG check. We’re a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Ready to enjoy a fulfilling hospitality career with a true work‑life balance? Apply today to join us at Edinburgh Academy!
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