Front Of House Supervisor

Holroyd Howe

Front Of House Supervisor

Salary Not Specified

Holroyd Howe, Shrewsbury, Shropshire

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 19 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 84e088888e18462e94f0bf1d7312d27f

Full Job Description

Overall Objectives: To take responsibility for the catering operation in line with Company policies, Client requirements and financial constraints. To provide leadership and guidance to all team members to ensure a positive customer experience, under the guidance of the Catering Manager,

  • To make a continuous assessment of the performance of all staff under your supervision in order to establish training needs and development potential

  • To ensure that training is carried out in the location to meet identified needs and requirements of the Company training policy.

  • To ensure that all staff are aware of their duties and the standards required

  • To assist in ensuring that all kitchen staff are aware of their Health and Safety responsibility and receive the appropriate training

  • To attend training sessions and catering meetings when required

  • To take responsibility for the smooth and efficient running of the section/s as appropriate

  • To motivate and lead by example ensuring you and your team have fun at work and are proud of your efforts


  • Client Service:
  • To ensure that customers are given a prompt and efficient service and expectations are consistently exceeded.

  • To regularly monitor customer feedback and produce a suitable action plan based on the results.

  • Ensure that your restaurant has a fun feeling which customers enjoy and can relax away from the workplace.

  • To be customer focused at all times, by being visible during service periods, approachable, and exceeding expectations in delivering customer needs.

  • To ensure all food is presented and served in line with company standards, using innovation in the method and style of presentation and food service.

  • To ensure that you deliver what you promise to the customer, client and team.

  • To ensure that all agreed service objectives are met in line with client expectations.


  • People Management
  • To assess employee performance, recognise potential and meet training needs as appropriate.

  • To ensure training is carried out in line with the company training policy to meet the needs and requirements of the individual and Holroyd Howe.

  • To ensure that all employees are knowledgeable and motivated in their roles and the business through effective induction, accurate job descriptions and on the job training.

  • To carry out and assist the Catering Manager in disciplinary procedures following company guidelines and standards.

  • To support the Catering Manager in the development of the team by empowering them, supporting them, encouraging them and maintaining an "open door" policy.

  • To motivate and lead by example, ensuring you and your team have fun at work and are proud of your efforts.

  • To monitor the development and progress of key staff at location in order to make recommendations and appointments for succession planning.

  • To treat your team at location as you would expect to be treated.

  • To comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education Parts 1 & 3

  • To ensure all employees are trained in safeguarding and safer recruitment policies and practices


  • Financial Management
  • To assist the Catering Manager in ensuring that all bookwork is completed in a timely, accurate and efficient fashion and in line with Holroyd Howe procedures.

  • To ensure that the location adhere to company banking and cash security procedures in line with the company policy

  • To ensure that all standards of food preparation and service are established and achieved in line with location budget.

  • To consistently look at ways of maximising income through effective purchasing from nominated suppliers and creative merchandising.

  • To monitor and order all necessary dry goods and equipment.

  • To complete an equipment stock take on a termly basis


  • Health & Safety, Food Safety, the Environment:
  • To ensure that the location meets statutory and company requirements in Health and Safety, Food Safety and environmental legislation and procedures.

  • To ensure all equipment is well maintained and is in good working order.

  • To make recommendations for renewal and replacement of equipment when required.

  • To ensure that all company procedures and work instructions are fully understood and practised by all employees.

  • To attend all health and safety training courses as required., To take responsibility for contributing towards your own development with the guidance of the Catering Manager, attending training courses as identified.

  • To show commitment to company values in all aspects of your role.

  • To act as a positive ambassador for the business.

  • To attend to any reasonable request made by the client or Holroyd Howe Management.

    We are looking for passionate, motivated individuals with an interest in hospitality. We're also looking for:

  • Good communicators

  • Good level of spoken English

  • Works well within a team

  • Basic knowledge of running shifts and leading a team


  • Extensive training and induction will be provided so whilst a high level of experience isn't necessary, we do need individuals who can show us that they have an interest in hospitality to ensure that guest experience will be a great one.