Catering Supervisor

Elior Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site lunches

Flexible working

28–31 days holiday

Family leave

Health and wellness facilities

Volunteer leave

Career progression

Wellbeing benefits

Life assurance & pension

Exclusive discounts & perks

Job summary

Lexington is recruiting a Supervisor to lead the catering operation at Lidl's new build site in Surbiton. You will oversee the restaurant and hospitality, manage a team of five, and ensure high-quality service for up to 300 covers daily in a vibrant setting.

The role requires strong front-line leadership, a focus on customer service excellence, and reliable self-motivation to work with minimal supervision. Catering experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence.
• Proven team leadership experience.
• Self-motivated and able to work well unsupervised.
• Previous catering experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Motivating and managing a team of 5.
• Controlling and managing a budget.
• Accountable for team communications and client liaison to enable operational excellence.
• Ensuring COSHH, Food Safety, H&S and regulatory compliance.
• Managing both restaurant and hospitality to assure smooth service.

Skills

Customer service excellence

Team leadership

Budget management

Front-line focus

Self-motivation

Job description

Kingston Rd, Chessington, England, KT5 9NU

£28800 per annum

Lexington is an award-winning contract caterer that focus on providing great food and service to customers. To do this we need fabulous people and we work hard to create an environment where our team members feel engaged, inspired, valued and enjoy what they do.

What you’ll be doing…

Lexington is looking for an experienced and passionate Supervisor to lead the catering operation, restaurant and hospitality at Lidl's stunning new-build site in Surbiton . This is a high-profile location with a modern, vibrant setting and a busy food service operation serving up to 300 covers daily.

Responsibilities:

• Motivating and managing a team of 5
• Controlling and managing a budget
• Accountable for ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting and client liaison to enable operational excellence
• Accountable for COSHH, Food Safety, H&S, legal regulations, environmental policies and duty of care to customers and colleagues
• Managing both restaurant and hospitality assuring smooth service in both areas

What can you bring?

In this role:

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Focused on the front line
• Proven team leader experience
• Self-motivated and able to work well unsupervised
• Previous experience within catering desirable

Working Pattern:

• Monday - Friday

Our way of saying thank you…

At Lexington, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.

• FREE On-Site Lunches:Savour delicious and healthy meals, on us, every day at work
• Flexible Working:Enjoy the freedom to balance work and personal life with our flexible working hours
• Holiday Allowance:Start with 28 days of holiday to relax and recharge, increasing to 31 days after two years of service
• Family Leave:Prioritise your family commitments with our family leave options designed to support you during important times
• Health and Wellness: Lidl offer a state-of-the-art gym to be used for all employees including contractors
• Paid Charity Leave:Make a difference in your community with paid time off to volunteer for your favourite causes
• Opportunities for Career Progression:Grow and advance your career with us, supported by continuous learning and development opportunities
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Benefits:Access mental health support and a range of wellbeing benefits to keep you feeling your best, both professionally and personally
• Life Assurance & Pension Schemes:Secure your future with our life assurance and workplace pension schemes
• Exclusive Discounts & Perks:Enjoy discounts and cashback on entertainment, leisure activities, and much more, alongside our popular cycle-to-work scheme

Why it's great to work for us...

At Lexington, we dare to be different in our food, catering, reception services, and work culture. Our values encourage creativity, boldness, and fun, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We nurture talent, helping our people thrive and reach their potential.

We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer and welcome everyone. Let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments or assistance in your application, and feel free to share your pronouns.

Join our award-winning team passionate about serving delicious food to exceptional clients in London. Visit our website to hear from our team first-hand.