Deputy Head Butler

WADHAM COLLEGE; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

University discounts

Leisure services access

Development and training opportunities

Bus pass scheme

Health and pension schemes

Job summary

Wadham College in Oxford is seeking a Deputy Head Butler to lead the SCR/Hall catering team with hands-on service, rostering and supervision. The role reports to the Head Butler and will manage day-to-day operations, ensuring the highest standard of service in all catering areas.

Candidates should have Butler or Food & Beverage supervisory experience, proven team leadership, knowledge of formal dining etiquette and excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Butler, Food & Beverage Services Supervisor/Manager or similar role.
• Experience supervising or line-managing a team.
• Knowledge of catering and formal dining etiquette.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the SCR/Hall catering service.
• Supervise, administer and maintain high service standards under Head Butler guidance.
• Deputise for the Head Butler and ensure smooth department operations, including weekend/evening shifts.

Skills

Butler experience

Customer service

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Catering knowledge

Formal dining etiquette

Job description

Deputy Head Butler/Deputy Head of Food & Beverages

Wadham College, one of the largest Oxford colleges, is looking for a new Deputy Head Butler to join it’s friendly Senior Common Room (SCR)/Hall team.

The role of Deputy Head Butler is a key role in the SCR team will be responsible and for the day-to-day supervision, administration and maintenance of the highest standard of service in all catering service areas, under the supervision of the Head Butler.

Salary: £30,378-£35,608 per annum (discretionary to £38,784 per annum), Grade 5 of the University of Oxford pay scales depending on qualifications and experience. In addition, all full-time roles In addition, Wadham College also pays full-time staff a further £1,730 Oxford Weighting per annum

The working hours are full time: 2080 hours per annum as per roster (based on a notional 40 hours per week).

This roster includes weekend, evening and bank holidays shifts.

Application deadline: 12 noon on Friday 14 October 2026

This role is fully operational and will involve a totally hands-on approach to work in all food and beverage areas including the Hall, Senior Common Room and the New Refectory. This role involves working with another Deputy Head Butler, deputising for the Head Butler in their absence and ensuring the effective running of the department.

Suitable candidates should have experience as a Butler, Food & Beverage Services Supervisor/Manager or a similar role, experience of supervising or line managing a team, knowledge of catering and formal dining etiquette and excellent customer service skills.

College benefits include: free meals when on duty, university discounts, access to leisure services, development and training opportunities, bus pass scheme, and health and pension schemes.

Wadham College is an equal opportunity employer and Living Wage employer