Food & Beverage Supervisor - Food & Beverage in Newton Abbot

We’re proud winners of the AA Small Hotel Group of the year 2024-25, rated as a Top 30 Best Place to Work in Hospitality 2025 by The Caterer, and recently crowned Best Employer at the Springboard Awards for Excellence. Bovey Castle has been awarded LARGE HOTEL OF THE YEAR (2024) by Devon Tourism.

Please note: our hotel is in a very remote location and is not accessible by public transport. Live-in accommodation available.

We offer minimum 40-hour per week employment contracts, but we understand that everyone’s needs are different. That’s why we’re happy to discuss part-time contracts to fit around your individual schedule.

• Full-time (40 hours per week) or Part-time Contracts tailored to your lifestyle.
• Overtime Pay – you’ll be paid for every hour worked beyond your contracted hours.

Whether you’re seeking a full-time role or looking for part-time work that fits around other commitments, we have different options available.

As Food & Beverage supervisor, you will work alongside the Restaurant and Bar teams overseeing all elements of our multi outlet operation from fine dining to bar, lounge, afternoon tea service and our Smith's Brasserie. You will work alongside our Exec Chef and senior team to craft and design the operational delivery behind food concepts - leading by example to deliver intuitive and memorable service to all our guests. You will inspire the team with clarity and confidence, ensuring the department is prepared and organised whilst also assisting the Managers with ensuring all guests are happy and receiving the best possible service.

• To be professional, knowledgeable and dedicated to delivering first class experiences to guests; high standards will be second nature to you.
• Comfortable working within a volume led environment, as well as more intimate fine dining settings.
• Experience at Restaurant Manager/supervisor level within a variety of environments, bringing broad experience to the role.
• The ability to lead a team of between 30+ team members, demonstrating strong leadership skills; with proven experience of team retention.
• Excellent communication skills, and level of English – both written and spoken; with the confidence to build relationships with the wider hotel team and guests.
• To enjoy working in a fast paced environment with a ‘can do’ attitude & to love the buzz of being busy.
• Experience working within an environment within the consortia's of Pride of Britain, Relais & Chateaux or Small Luxury Hotels of the World would be ideal.

At Eden Hotel Collection, we’re proud of our award-winning approach to employee wellbeing, engagement, and recognition (with industry award wins in both 2024 and 2025!)—which means you’re joining a team that values your happiness, growth, and success every step of the way.

• Generous Time Off: 31 days of leave, increasing to 33 with service.
• Monthly Tips: Fairly shared service charge/gratuities, all paid on second paydate in the month.
• Discounts & Perks: Exclusive savings at 800+ retailers, gyms, restaurants, days out, and utilities.
• Wellbeing Centre: Access to Hello Fresh recipes, fitness videos, and financial planning tools.
• Health & Wellness Plans: Dental, vision, alternative care, and 24/7 GP access.
• Sustainable Commuting: Cycle-to-Work and Electric Vehicle Leasing options.
• Exclusive EHC Perks: Discounted stays, spa treatments, golf, and leisure at our properties.
• The Happy Hub: Our reward and recognition platform where you can send peer-to-peer cards, earn monetary rewards, be celebrated as Employee of the Month, and receive long-service vouchers.
• Genuine Wellbeing Support: We’re here to support your financial, mental, and physical wellbeing both via our supportive teams and Hospitality Action.
• Employee Comm’s: Stay connected through Eden Engage for all the latest team news.
• Grow with Eden: Develop with us through apprenticeships and leadership programs like RISE & THRIVE.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced leave and return-to-work financial support for life’s key moments.
• Everyday Essentials: Free parking, meals on duty, uniform provided and a footwear allowance.

We work together to create a truly inclusive workplace, where your voice matters, and real change happens:

• Your Voice Matters: Regular surveys that value your input.
• Real Action: “You said, we did”—because we listen and respond.
• Sustainability Focus: Employee champions at every hotel and HQ.

We’re proud members of the Hoteliers’ Charter, and our team is always at the heart of what we do, guided by our values of Heart, Honesty, Spirit, and Team. Our commitment to equity means we welcome talent from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and we encourage applications from all communities, including underrepresented groups, parents, people living with disabilities, and those bringing diverse perspectives. Join us to experience what it means to work for a values-led, award-winning employer.

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