Food and Beverage Supervisor

Front of House Supervisor
 

Are you passionate about great service and leading by example?
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and hands-on Front of House Supervisor to join our friendly team at The Knot Inn, a welcoming country pub in the heart of Rushton Spencer.
 
About The Knot Inn

The Knot Inn is a traditional countryside pub known for its warm atmosphere, freshly prepared food and excellent selection of drinks. We’re proud to offer relaxed dining, a friendly welcome and a strong sense of community.
 
The Role

As Front of House Supervisor, you’ll play a key part in ensuring every guest enjoys an exceptional experience. You’ll lead shifts, support the front-of-house team and work closely with the management team to maintain our high standards.
 
Your main responsibilities will include:

  • Supervising front-of-house operations during busy service periods
  • Delivering excellent customer service and setting a positive example for the team
  • Supporting with staff training, stock control and cash handling
  • Ensuring the dining and bar areas are clean, organised and welcoming
  • Assisting management with day-to-day operations, administration and team coordination

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:
  • Friendly, confident, and guest-focused
  • Experienced in restaurant, bar, or pub service (supervisory experience is a bonus)
  • A natural leader who enjoys motivating and supporting others
  • Organised and proactive, with a keen eye for detail
  • Flexible to work evenings and weekends as part of the rota

The role is full time and permanent based upon 40 hours per week. You will need to be flexible as you will work 5 days out of 7 including weekends and bank holidays.
 
We operate a TOIL system to ensure good work-life balance.
 
What we offer in return
  • A rewarding experience - working as part of a friendly, award-winning team
  • Variety – no two days are ever the same!
  • Support – we are a friendly family run company and care about our team like they are part of the family
  • Progression – as our company grows, so can you!
  • Flexibility – this includes flexibility in working days (including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays) and working hours (we don’t work Christmas Day or Boxing Day!)
  • Staff events – we work hard but enjoy spending time celebrating our success
  • Guest experience – you get to stay overnight at the farm to experience our rooms!
  • Discounts – we believe in giving back, so you get discounts on tickets and products!
  • Staff Referral scheme - Rewards for bringing more team players to our family
  • Competitive Salary
  • TOIL system – time off in lieu offered for extra hours worked
  • Insurance – life & permanent health insurance (after qualifying period)
  • Pension Scheme
  • 28 days holiday (including bank holidays, prorate for part-time) – increasing with service to a maximum of 33 days
  • Reward programmes – we recognise and reward those who have worked for us for a long time
  • Free car parking!

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