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Coffee Shop Supervisor
Reference: OCT20262681
Expiry date: 23:59, Tue, 27th Oct 2026
Location: Tycoch
Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales, with a strong reputation for high-quality teaching and learning. The College operates across six campuses in Swansea, supporting over 4,500 full-time and 10,000 part-time learners. With an annual turnover of more than £50 million, Gower College Swansea is a major employer in the region, employing over 1,000 staff.
The College also offers an award-winning staff wellbeing provision, reflecting its commitment to investing in staff and ensuring they feel supported.
The Role
Gower College Swansea is looking for a reliable, enthusiastic and experienced Coffee Shop Supervisor to join our catering team at Tycoch. Working closely with the Catering Manager, you will play an important role in the smooth and successful day-to-day running of our Coffee Shop.
- 36 hours per week
- Term time only - 36 weeks per year
- Two weeks' leave over Christmas
- Free on-site car parking
- Two wellbeing days per year
- A wide range of staff wellbeing activities, including fitness classes, hypnotherapy, sports massage, menopause cafés and nutrition and exercise advice
- Discounted sports-centre membership for you and your family
- A supportive and positive working environment within a leading further education college
Day
Hours
Monday
8.00am - 5.00pm
Tuesday
8.00am - 3.00pm
8.00am - 5.00pm
Thursday
8.00am - 3.00pm
Friday
8.00am - 2.00pm
Key Responsibilities
- Supervising and supporting catering staff
- Helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the Coffee Shop
- Ordering, receiving and rotating stock
- Preparing and serving a range of food and beverages
- Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and presentation
- Providing friendly, professional customer service
- Working closely with the Catering Manager to maintain high standards
About You
- Supervising and supporting catering staff
- Helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the Coffee Shop
- Ordering, receiving and rotating stock
- Preparing and serving a range of food and beverages
- Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and presentation
- Providing friendly, professional customer service
- Working closely with the Catering Manager to maintain high standards
- 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the college is closed for two weeks over the Christmas period
- Local Government Pension Scheme (average employer contribution of 21% in 2025)
- Teacher’s Pension Scheme (average employer contribution of 28.68% in 2025)
- 2 staff wellbeing days per year
- Discounted study opportunities on College courses
Diversity & Inclusion
We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.
Welsh Language
To apply in Welsh, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh applications as we recognise the importance of delivering bilingual services and expanding our bilingual workforce. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Safeguarding
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to thorough pre-employment checks, including:
- Enhanced DBS check, including the Children’s Barred List (£49.50)
- Registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales, where necessary (£15 - £45 depending on role).
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Gower College Swansea is an exceptional employer, renowned for its commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development. With a vibrant work culture that prioritises collaboration and support, employees benefit from generous leave, a robust pension scheme, and opportunities for discounted study, all within a dynamic educational environment that fosters growth and engagement with learners.
