Food and Beverage Supervisor in England

Escape to the heart of the Forest of Dean, where your work makes every guest’s woodland stay unforgettable.

Location: Forest of Dean (Coleford, Gloucestershire)

Salary: £13.21 per hour

Working Hours: Full-time, 40 hours

Days of Work: 5 days per week, working on a rolling rota

We have an exciting opportunity for a Food and Beverage Supervisor to join our lovely team at Forest of Dean. Work in one of the UK’s most stunning forest locations, developing your skills while providing outstanding service to our guests.

About the Food and Beverage Supervisor Role:

As our Food and Beverage Supervisor, you’ll support the Food and Beverage Manager in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of all operations within the Forest Retreat. You’ll lead by example, motivating, training, and supporting your team to consistently deliver the “Forest Feeling” our guests love. Your focus will be on maintaining high service standards, managing daily operations, and ensuring every guest receives a warm welcome and a memorable experience.

Your Responsibilities:

• Lead, support, and motivate the Food and Beverage team to deliver exceptional customer service and achieve operational goals.
• Ensure all areas (café, retail, and reception) are running efficiently and to high standards.
• Deliver training and coaching to team members to help them reach their full potential.
• Oversee food and beverage preparation and service, maintaining excellent quality and presentation.
• Conduct regular health and safety checks, ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety standards.
• Manage stock control, deliveries, and inventory accuracy.
• Support rota planning and ensure appropriate staffing levels for each shift.
• Handle guest feedback positively and resolve issues swiftly and professionally.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment.
• Lead by example, demonstrating professionalism, enthusiasm, and a passion for guest satisfaction.

What Are We Looking For?

Our ideal Food and Beverage Supervisor is friendly, professional, and guest-focused. You bring positivity and passion to everything you do and enjoy working in a team that values nature, service, and community. We’re looking for someone with:

• Experience in a supervisory or team leader role within hospitality, retail, or a customer-focused environment.
• The ability to inspire and support a team to deliver high-quality service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A flexible approach to working across café, retail, and reception operations.
• A passion for hospitality and delivering outstanding guest experiences.
• A positive, can-do attitude and a love for working in beautiful outdoor settings, come rain or shine.

Who Are Forest Holidays?

Our business has been recognised as a force for good. Our holidays are unique, and so are we. We’re a team of 800 people. We’re stewards of 244.5 hectares of forest. We manage the land for conservation and create spaces in nature for people to stay. Our tucked-away cabin locations are always thoughtfully placed. They’re places to discover the wonders of nature and realise the part we all play in protecting it.

Why Join Us?

As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy a range of fantastic benefits, including:

• Generous holiday allowance – take the time you need to recharge.
• Performance-based bonuses – earn a 5% bonus (paid quarterly) when customer service targets are met.
• Enhanced parental leave – 24 weeks maternity, 3 weeks paternity at full pay.
• Long service awards and company events – celebrate success with your team.
• Pension scheme – secure your future with our company pension.
• One full paid day to volunteer – give back to a cause you care about.
• Subsidised meals – discounted food when working on location.
• Health cash plan & life assurance – covered by the company to keep you protected.
• Wellbeing events & activities – focus on your mental and physical wellness.
• Save on breaks – discounted and last-minute stays at Forest Holidays and Sykes Cottages for you, your friends & family.
• Hundreds of discounts – save on top brands across the UK.

Please note: If successful in the role, any job offer will be subject to pre-employment checks, including a basic criminal record check. Reasonable Adjustments – We’re all about diversity, inclusion, and bringing your authentic self to work. Need adjustments for the recruitment process? Just ask, our team is happy to help. Click ‘Apply’ now to start your journey with us in the Forest of Dean! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity.