Front of House Supervisor - Weekday Hospitality with Balance

Sodexo France; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job description

FRONT OF HOUSE CATERING & HOSPITALITY SUPERVISOR

Christmas & New Year Off – Every Year

Location: Edinburgh Academy Senior School, 42 Henderson Row, Edinburgh, EH3 5BL
Hours: 40 hours per week, primarily Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:00pm
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 Work–Life Balance

At Sodexo and Edinburgh Academy, we believe hospitality careers should offer structure, stability, and respect for your time. This role is predominantly weekday, daytime hours, with evenings and most weekends free, plus the huge benefit of Christmas and New Year off every year — a rare advantage in the hospitality industry.

While the role does include occasional evening or weekend events, these are planned well in advance.

The Role

We are looking for a confident, people-focused Front of House Catering & Hospitality Supervisor to lead our front-of-house operation at Edinburgh Academy Senior School. You’ll play a key role in delivering a warm, professional dining experience for pupils, staff, and visitors, while leading and developing a dedicated team.

This position is ideal for someone with experience in quality hospitality who wants to keep high standards — without the burnout of late nights and unpredictable rotas.

What You’ll 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 Monday–Friday 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 work–life 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.