Front of House Manager

Company Description Job Title: Front of House Manager Location: Seaford College, West Sussex Salary: £16.50 per hour Hours: 40 hours per week, 40 weeks per year Benefits 3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about 3 days grandparent leave for special family moments 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave Bespoke training & development opportunities Pension & life insurance Discounts on high street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme Free meals while at work Career development & HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels About the Role We’re looking for a passionate and proactive Front of House Manager to help lead the food operation at Seaford College, a top independent day and boarding school known for excellence and innovation. You’ll support the General Manager in overseeing a talented catering team, ensuring the smooth delivery of fresh, seasonal, and nutritious meals for pupils, staff, and guests. The role includes some involvement in hospitality and events, particularly during term time, with a reduced operation outside of term. This is a great opportunity for someone with a food-led background and a hands‑on approach, who thrives in a supportive environment where quality and service come first. If you're ready to bring your leadership and operational expertise to a rewarding and prestigious setting, we’d love to hear from you. Job Description You will be supporting the GM in overseeing the overall catering operation by creating and maintaining standards while driving sales and building relationships with the client. Supervision and Training: recruit, train, and supervise catering team, including servers, chefs, and support personnel. Set clear expectations and provide ongoing feedback to maintain a high level of performance. Quality Control: monitor food quality, presentation, and service standards to ensure they meet or exceed customer expectations. Address and resolve any issues or concerns promptly to ensure customer satisfaction. Logistics Management: Oversee the flow of events and on‑site Cafe Bar and Restaurant, including food service, beverage distribution, and guest interactions. Manage inventory and order supplies as needed to maintain adequate stock levels working closely with the back of house and manager on site. Customer Service: foster positive relationships with clients and guests, addressing their needs and concerns. Handle customer inquiries, requests, and special dietary requirements with professionalism and courtesy. Be curious, solicit feedback from clients to continuously improve catering services. Qualifications A strong background in large scale hospitality events, banquets and sit down dinners Excellent product knowledge (food/beverage) Experience in F&B operations A positive demeanour and attitude to solve problems Leads by example by acting professionally at all times Excellent communication skillsTakes the initiative Good time management Supportive / Team player Good presentation skills Excellent customer care skills Additional Information We pride ourselves on: People first – We’re a company of individuals, united in doing our best for our clients. Great food, always – Using only the best ingredients, our food is fresh, authentic and tailored to each school, age group, and specific needs and preferences. Food education – We educate pupils through food, encouraging them to understand and develop their own personal tastes and make informed food choices. Respect in everything we do – Our respectful codes of conduct inform how we behave towards our clients and customers, suppliers and business partners, and each other. Fresh thinking – New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering. In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children. This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references. #J-18808-Ljbffr