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)
Pay: £14.00 per hour
Term-Time Position: 44–52 weeks (discussable at interview)
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 looking for a Front of House Catering & Hospitality Supervisorto 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 £14/hour
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