Catering Supervisor

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 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

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.

We’re looking for a confident, people-focused Catering Supervisor to lead our front-of-house team at Edinburgh Academy Senior School. You’ll 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.

• 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

• 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

• £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

• 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

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.

Apply today and join us at Edinburgh Academy.