Restaurant Supervisor - Alton

Restaurant Supervisor

"Hospitality expert, padel tennis enthusiast"

You bring your expertise, enthusiasms, and curiosities; and we'll provide you with a space to play.

Full Time - Permanent Contract

Earnings to 15.00/hour, including TRONC (Tips & Service Charge)

Onsite Role

Based at Mad Swans in the South Downs (in-between Farnham & Alton)

Mad Swans is looking for a full-time Restaurant Supervisor to join our fantastic Restaurant & Bar Team here in the South Downs.

Mad Swans in the South Downs is located in Blacknest near to Farnham & Alton.

Full Address: Frith End Road, Blacknest, Hampshire, GU34 4QL

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What we do

We are experts in our field, committed to creating boundary-pushing social spaces that spark meaningful connections through play in nature.

Mad Swans is a countryside hangout for mavericks. The unruly. The friendship groups you wish you were in. The families you want to hang out with. For evenings that go on forever. And weekends that become folklore. Come for a good time. Come for a long time. Come for a breath of fresh air. Whoever you are. Come as you are.

Social play spanning Padel Tennis, Pickleball, Darts, Shuffleboard and Golf gives guests the chance to explore one game or sample them all, across a few hours, a day, or a long weekend. We're all about great food, which is why we've teamed up with experts in their field to create two distinct dining experiences and endless ways to enjoy them. The Potting Shed proudly boasts a menu of refreshing takes on Brasserie classics while, in The Hangout, the focus is on shareable plates with no compromise on flavour. But wherever guests find themselves, from course to court, the meadow to the orchard, they're never far from a plate of something delicious to satisfy any craving. And, for evenings that go on forever, an Eco Cabin for the night is only a starlit walk through the wilderness away.

What we can do for you

We understand that there's more to life than work, which is why our roles are designed to allow exploration, from long-time passions to brand-new intrigues.

We believe that to be interested is to be interesting - that means industry-leading training within and outside of your specified job role. If you have a question, we want to provide you with the tools to answer it. As we make our start in the world, our team need to be able to wear a few different hats, which we treat as an opportunity, allowing you to take considered detours into topics of interest, in the pursuit of a broader, richer perspective.

And out of hours, our guests' playground is yours too. Enjoy the wide variety of green spaces, and the games they host, at an exclusive rate. You'll have the opportunity to get involved in all things Mad Swans, from padel lessons to cocktail workshops, after all, we want you to be as excited by our product as we are.

What there is to it

The Restaurant Supervisor is a key member of the Restaurant & Bar Management Team here at Mad Swans. The role will involve leading by example, delivering excellent service, and setting the tone for smooth, welcoming dining experiences from day one.

The key duties and responsibilities of this role will include:

Working closely with the Assistant General Manager to oversee and run the Restaurant

Covering the Bar Team Leader as and when required

Delivering an amazing guest experience

Proactively upselling within the Restaurant and Bar and maximising sales revenue

Promoting our Mad Swans Loyalty Programme

Assisting with guest enquiries and act as a key point of contact for guests interested in booking any overnight accommodation, tables in the restaurant or any sports activities

Ensuring the Restaurant and Bar is clean, tidy and well-presented at all times

Working closely with the team and being very hands on during operational hours

Taking accurate food and beverage orders, answering questions about the menu, and making recommendations

Informing guests about potential allergens and dietary restrictions

Ensuring prompt and courteous service of food and beverages, maintaining consistent high standards of quality and presentation

Assisting in clearing and resetting tables quickly and efficiently

Ensuring the dining areas remain clean and tidy before, during and after service

Ensuring all service stations are ready for service and maintained throughout service with napkins, cutlery, and glassware

Line managing and supervising the Restaurant Front of House Team Members

Leading by example and motivating the Restaurant Front of House Team to deliver a high level of guest service

Assist and support the Assistant General Manager with recruitment, new starter on-boarding and training

Supporting the Assistant General Manager by preparing rotas and working schedules for the Restaurant

Handling guest complaints and feedback, ensuring any issues are resolved promptly to ensure guests have a positive experience.

Providing friendly, efficient and professional service to all customers, anticipating their needs and helping when necessary

This is a full-time permanent position and will work any five days out of seven. Earnings for this role are up to 15.00/hour, including TRONC (Tips & Service Charge).

Location - this is an onsite role and will be located at Mad Swans in the South Downs, Frith End Road, Blacknest, Hampshire, GU34 4QL.

Working Hours - shift times will vary throughout the week; however, the operational times will be from 7.00 am to 11.00 pm.

Working Days - this role will work any five days out of seven and will involve working on weekends on a regular basis. Working hours will vary in line with the operating calendar and needs of the business.

Who we're looking for

We are looking for a Restaurant Supervisor who is:

Experienced or has previous experience in a Restaurant Team Leader or Supervisor role

Passionate about delivering a high level of guest service

Experienced in dealing with guests

Excited about being part of a new concept, new brand and new opening

Happy to be hands-on and assist with the day-to-day duties as part of a small team

Flexible in terms of covering the Bar Team Leader when they are not working

An excellent communicator

Confident, outgoing and well-presented

Self-driven and highly motivated

Happy and able to work both independently and as part of a team

Proactive and positive by nature

Solutions driven

Comfortable working in a very fast paced environment

Please note, you must be eligible to work in the UK as we are unable to sponsor any work permits or visas.

What is in it for you

Tips & Service Charge

Free Parking

Free Employee Meal whilst on shift

Wage Stream - access your pay for hours worked before pay day

Employee Discounts on Food, Sports, Activities, Cabins and in the Retail Shop

Reward & Recognition Initiatives

Team Social & Well-being Activities & Events

Employee Referral Scheme Bonus

Mad Swans Water Bottle

Mad Swans Hoodie

Plant your own tree at Mad Swans

How to Apply

If you believe you have what it takes to come on-board and would like to be part of something new and exciting, we would love to hear from you. Please simply apply by hitting the apply button.

Recruitment Agencies

We are not working with any recruitment agencies at this time. As such, we do not accept any speculative CV's and/or candidate profiles and are, therefore, unable to consider these.