“A role where you can bring your passion for food”£13.20 per hour40hours per weekFull Time Contract with Overtime opportunities24 – hour Welfare HelplineDiscounted Gym membershipDiscounted Worldwide Travel and moreClose to the central town, free meals on duty, free car parking on site, uniforms provided and changing rooms available.Location: Kings College, South Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3LACheck your local transport links here: Plan Your Journey | TravelineJob IntroductionAre you passionate about delivering exceptional service and leading by example? Sodexo Independents is seeking a dynamic and experienced Hospitality Supervisor to support our operations at Kings College Taunton.In this key role, you'll coordinate daily hospitality services, manage events, inspire your team, and ensure the highest standards of service are consistently met.If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have a proven track record in hospitality leadership, and are ready to make a real impact—this could be the perfect next step in your career.We do not work unsociable hours and your holiday allowance includes Bank Holidays. Christmas has an extended period of ‘’gifted’’ holiday.What you do:To coordinate and deliver Hospitality and Event on a day to day basisTo ensure service standards are met at all timesTo liaise with wider hospitality team and kitchen to ensure all agreed services offered are deliveredTo deliver impeccable service and be a role model to all employees by leading by exampleTo achieve all agreed departmental objectives, manage employee expectations and standards and forge an excellent professional relationship with our clientTo manage the day-to-day operational marketing activity and hospitality events and to complete all business paperwork in line with company policies and procedures. To act as liaison between Sodexo, clients and customersTo manage and develop the business to ensure customer care and satisfaction meets the required standards.What you bring:Operational knowledge, skills and experience across both Conference and Banqueting and Restaurants with proven results in service improvementManagement and control of costs and acting on discrepanciesManagement of a team with proven positive outcomesGood standard of literacyComputer LiteracyGood interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with customers, clients, and staffGood planning and organisational skillsAbility to achieve and set standards and operate to performance criteriaPositive approach to learning in role and identifying own training needs as appropriateSelf-motivatedSense of own initiativeAbility to work effectively as part of a teamFlexible approach to roleTrack record of success in a similar roleProven experience of compliance in line with the audit processExperience in leading company initiativesExperience of working within a compliance environmentPrevious experience of leading a successful teamProven track record of business developmentWhat we offer:Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater.You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement PlanA death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by SodexoOpportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.Flexible and dynamic work environmentCompetitive compensationFull training and full protective uniform supplied.Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!**Sodexo and our Clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and / or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland)***Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of application
