Restaurant Supervisor

Compass Group PLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programmes

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Compass Group PLC is seeking a skilled Supervisor in London to help lead day-to-day operations of a high-quality corporate hospitality venue. You’ll work closely with the General Manager and Deputy General Manager, supervising front-of-house and supporting service across restaurant and related areas.

You’ll ensure guest experiences are warm, professional and memorable, while upholding food safety, health & safety standards and company procedures.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in restaurant, café, contract-catering or hospitality environment.
• Able to lead a team, maintain high standards and stay calm during busy service.
• Organised, reliable and detail-oriented with a passion for great food and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support the front-of-house team.
• Assist with daily setup and smooth running of the whole operation.
• Maintain excellent service, cleanliness and presentation across areas.

Job description

SupervisorLocation: London Salary: £40,000 per annum

We’re looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Supervisor to join a high-quality corporate hospitality operation in London. Working closely with the General Manager and Deputy General Manager, you’ll help lead the day-to-day running of the whole operation. You’ll be a visible, hands-on presence, supporting the team during service and ensuring that every guest receives a warm, professional and memorable experience. This is a varied role combining team supervision, operational responsibility, and exceptional customer service. You’ll help create a positive working environment while maintaining excellent standards across the restaurant, pantry, hospitality, and service areas.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support the front-of-house team
• Assist with the daily setup and smooth running of the whole operation
• Maintain excellent standards of service, cleanliness and presentation
• Ensure food displays, counters and service areas are attractive and fully prepared
• Support rota planning, team communication and training
• Check menus, product labels and allergen information for accuracy
• Help ensure compliance with food safety, health and safety, and company procedures
• Respond confidently to guest requests, feedback and operational issues
• Support the delivery of meetings, hospitality services and client events
• Work collaboratively with the management, kitchen and wider site teams
• Identify opportunities to improve service and the overall guest experience

About you

You’ll have previous supervisory experience within a restaurant, café, contract-catering or hospitality environment. A natural people person, you’ll be confident leading a team, maintaining high standards and remaining calm during busy service periods. You’ll be organised, reliable and attentive to detail, with a genuine passion for great food and customer service. Most importantly, you’ll enjoy leading from the front and working alongside the team to deliver an outstanding operation. If you’re a proactive Supervisor looking for your next opportunity in London, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classe