CATERING SUPERVISOR
Christmas & New Year Off Every Year
Location: Edinburgh Academy Senior School, 42 Henderson Row, Edinburgh, EH3 5BL
Hours: 40 hours per week, primarily MondayFriday, 7:00am3:00pm
Additional hours: Occasional evening or weekend work for school events
Pay: £14.30 per hour (circa £27,885 per annum)
Contract: 52 weeks
Requirements: Full UK driving licence essential; own vehicle desirable
Hospitality with a Real WorkLife Balance
At Sodexo and Edinburgh Academy, we believe hospitality careers should offer structure, stability, and work-life balance. This role is mainly weekday, daytime hours, with most evenings and weekends free including Christmas and New Year off.
Occasional evening or weekend events are planned well in advance.
The Role
Were looking for a confident, people-focused Catering Supervisor to lead our front-of-house team at Edinburgh Academy Senior School. Youll help deliver a welcoming, professional dining experience for pupils, staff, and visitors while supporting and developing the team.
Ideal for someone with hospitality experience who takes pride in maintaining high standards and leading a strong team.
What Youll Do
Lead front-of-house service for breakfast, lunch, and school dining
Plan and deliver daily service and a number of showcase school events throughout the year
Train, motivate, and support front-line staff
Act as Allergen Champion, ensuring safety and clear communication
Work closely with kitchen and management teams to deliver excellent service
Maintain a welcoming, professional dining environment
Support recruitment, onboarding, and compliance
About You Experience in hospitality or catering (supervisory experience preferred)
A natural leader who enjoys motivating and supporting others
Strong customer service skills with a calm, organised approach
Pride in professionalism, presentation, and service
What We Offer £14.30 per hour
Primarily MondayFriday daytime hours
Christmas & New Year off every year
Onsite parking
Full training and uniform provided
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
Pension and death-in-service benefit
Paid volunteering days
Why Join Us? Work in a prestigious school environment with a strong sense of community
Enjoy predictable hours and genuine worklife balance
Lead a motivated front-of-house team in a calm, professional setting
Take pride in delivering memorable experiences from everyday service to special events
Safeguarding & Inclusion Sodexo and The Edinburgh Academy are committed to safeguarding children and promoting inclusion. A satisfactory PVG check is required for this role. We are a Disability Confident Leader and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Looking for a hospitality role that fits your life not the other way around?
Apply today and join us at Edinburgh Academy.
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