Catering Supervisor (Events)

University of Bristol; Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Bristol seeks an enthusiastic Events Supervisor to lead our catering events across campus venues, including halls, cafes, bars and spaces. You will play a key role in delivering a range of functions from banquets to conferences, working with a larger team and external clients.

The role is 35 hours per week with paid overtime and generous annual leave. A full UK driving licence is required, and you will report to the Conference & Events Manager within Campus Division - Catering.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail catering or hospitality.
• Extensive experience catering for various functions (small to large, casual to formal).
• Highly organised and self-motivated; able to problem solve and take responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Support the Conference & Events Manager and team delivering a range of events around the university.
• Run events, including setting up and closing down functions; ensure stock and equipment are ordered and ready.
• Oversee casual staff on events and liaise with clients on the day.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Customer liaison

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

The role

Source catering is the University of Bristol’s award-winning catering brand and are looking for an enthusiastic and friendly individual to take the role of Events Supervisor at the university. The role will be working in one of our catering outlets which include 4 catered halls of residence, some beautiful events & conference spaces, 9 cafes, 2 bars and a food court and will suit someone who has experience in the industry and can demonstrate leadership qualities.

We currently have vacancies within our team for experienced Events Supervisors. Our events team work across multiple sites, situated across various parts of the city delivering a range of events from banquet dinners, BBQs, conferences to canape and drinks receptions. The team also oversee all things catering and events within the University’s sports complex at Coombe Dingle, as well supporting our in-house delivery team.

This is an amazing opportunity that provides work-life balance, training & development, working alongside a large and supportive team and involvement in exciting food & drink projects. The contract is 35 hours a week, spread over 5 days, with paid overtime, generous annual leave as well as extra paid days off for university closure days.

What will you be doing?

You will be supporting the Conference & Events Manager and the rest of the team delivering a range of events around the university to students, staff and external clients.

You’ll be responsible for the running of events, including setting-up and closing down functions, ensuring stock and equipment has been ordered and is ready for use, overseeing casual staff working your events and liaising with clients on the day.

You should apply if

• You have experience in retail catering or hospitality.
• Extensive experience in catering for various functions, whether small or large, casual or formal and high-profile.
• You are highly organised and self-motivated, able to problem solve and take responsibility for challenges that arise.
• You have supervisory experience of casual team, able to delegate tasks and ensure high standards.
• You hold a full UK driving licence and have done for at least 2 years

Additional information

• Contract type: Open ended
• Work pattern: Full time (35 hours)
• Grade: D
• Salary: £24,685 - £26,093 per annum
• School/Unit: Campus Division - Catering
• This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on: Wednesday 19th August
• For informal queries please contact: Luke Barnes (Conference and Events Manager) on [e-mail]

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Available documents

• Job Description - Catering Supervisor (Events).pdf
• Further Particulars - Campus Division.pdf