Retail Catering Team Leader

The University of Edinburgh; Scotland; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Edinburgh seeks a Catering Team Leader for their new Canopy restaurant, located at the Meadows, Edinburgh. This hands-on role involves leading a team in a high-volume setting, ensuring exceptional service and standards while supporting the restaurant's growth.

Qualifications

• Experience running shifts in a high-volume restaurant.
• Passionate about customer service and hospitality.
• Natural leader who can inspire a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the catering team in restaurant and takeaway operations.
• Support the Restaurant Manager in day-to-day management.
• Deliver exceptional customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Job description

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Corporate Services Group / Accommodation, Catering and Events

Open-ended (permanent)

The Opportunity:

We are recruiting for a Catering Team Leader to join our team.

This is a very exciting opportunity to join the team at our newly opened restaurant Canopy. Based at the heart of the Meadows, in the beautifully renovated old Royal Infirmary, the operation consists of a 60 cover, contemporary Scottish Brasserie, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner alongside a more informal Grab & Go offer served during the day.

Reporting to the Restaurant Manager you will lead the team in both the restaurant and takeaway operation to deliver exceptional customer service and fantastic food. At the same time, supporting the Restaurant Manager in overseeing all aspects of the day to day running of the operation. As the restaurant is newly opened, this is a great time to come on board supporting a growing business and developing your career.

This is a hands-on role; you will lead from the front inspiring the team to deliver exceptional service and maintain the highest standards.To succeed in this role, you will have experience running shifts in a similar high-street, high-volume restaurant operation.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• A passion for customer service and hospitality
• A natural leader who can inspire a team
• Great attention to detail
• Efficient/organised

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Created on 12/07/2025 by TN United Kingdom