Supervisor

5 days out of 7 / 37.5 hours per week / 7.5 hour shifts

Full Time

Headington, England, OX3 7LE

£24929.44 per annum

At Churchill Hospital within our Hospitals division, we make sure teams, patients, and visitors have access to wholesome, comforting food when they need it most. Because good nutrition isn't just fuel - it's part of the recovery journey, and we're proud to play a role in that.

As a Restaurant Supervisor in a hospital restaurant setting, you will support the daily running of a busy catering operation that serves patients, NHS staff, and visitors. Working under an NHS contract, you will help ensure the smooth delivery of high-quality, safe, and welcoming food service while supervising a team to maintain excellent hygiene, service standards, and operational compliance.

Supervise front-of-house operations to ensure efficient and friendly service to all customers

Lead and support a team in delivering high standards across food service, cleanliness, and presentation

Ensure all food safety, health & safety, and NHS contractual standards are met

Assist with staff scheduling, training, and performance monitoring

Handle customer queries or concerns professionally, escalating when necessary

Support stock control, ordering, and daily reporting requirements

Maintain a clean and safe environment in line with infection prevention and control guidelines

Collaborate with kitchen and management teams to meet service deadlines and quality expectations

What can you bring?

Experience in a supervisory role within a food service or catering environment

Understanding of NHS or healthcare catering standards (desirable but not essential)

Strong customer service skills with a calm, professional approach

Knowledge of food hygiene and health & safety regulations (Food Safety Level 2 required)

Ability to lead and motivate a team in a busy, fast-paced environment

Excellent communication, organisation, and time management skills

A positive attitude and commitment to providing a safe and welcoming service to all

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That's why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here's what's waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn't run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life's important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with!No need for legal names at this stage.

We're a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here's the best part - 87% of our team say they're proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you're listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you're passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren't just policies, they're who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we're happy to help!

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