SeaLanes
Food and Beverage Supervisor
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Food and Beverage Supervisor
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Position & Location
- Role: Supervisor – Hilsea Lido
- Location: Portsmouth
- Salary: £14.10, Casual Contract
- Hours: Full-time/Part-time (including evenings & weekends)
The Role
You'll be leading teams across the Café, Burger Kitchen, Ice-Cream Unit, and Kiosk, ensuring every guest receives outstanding service while supporting team members to grow and succeed.
Building on the vision behind Sea Lanes Brighton, you'll play a vital role in creating something truly special.
This is your chance to join a high-performing team that's OPEN. BRAVE. DIRECT. — and help deliver memorable experiences that keep people coming back.
What Makes Your Day Amazing
Like all great roles, no two days are the same! You can expect your time with us to be dynamic, rewarding, and challenging as you:
Lead with Confidence
- Motivate and support your team across all four units with hands-on leadership
- Be visible, approachable, and engaged – leading from the front
- Provide training and development that helps people shine
- Foster a positive, collaborative team environment where everyone thrives
- Work closely with the General Manager and our partners to deliver excellence
Drive Exceptional Service
- Champion friendly, efficient service that exceeds expectations
- Handle guest queries and complaints with professionalism and care
- Ensure every interaction is warm, welcoming, and memorable
- Support events and adapt to changing needs with flexibility
Master Multi-Unit Operations
- Confidence in operating and overseeing all four food & beverage units
- Maintain speed, quality, and presentation across every service point
- Ensure strict adherence to safety, hygiene, and allergen procedures
- Spot issues before they become problems and take swift action
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Keep Standards High
- Ensure food and drink preparation meets quality standards every time
- Oversee cleaning schedules and maintain inviting service areas
- Support stock rotation and manage waste reduction
- Complete compliance documents and operational reports accurately
- Report equipment issues and hazards promptly
Create Safe Environments
- Follow all legal, company, and safety procedures without exception
- Ensure your team understands and implements safety protocols
- Stay calm under pressure and lead by example during busy periods
- Support a culture where safety is everyone’s responsibility
Our Values Drive Everything We Do
- CUSTOMER FIRST: Customers are at the heart of everything we do. Our aim is to deliver an exceptional customer experience in a safe and inclusive environment.
- MAKE IT HAPPEN: We have a "can do" attitude, take ownership for innovation, and consistently provide great service.
- OUR PEOPLE, OUR SUCCESS: We work with those passionate about open water swimming and intent on providing world-class experiences.
About You…
Your Experience Speaks
- Proven track record in hospitality or customer-facing leadership roles
- Confident working across multiple units and fast-paced environments
- Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and compliance standards
- Experience training and developing teams to reach their potential
Your Style Inspires
- Hands-on leadership — you're in the thick of it, not watching from afar
- Approachable, reliable, and genuinely care about your team's success
- Thrive under pressure and help others stay calm and focused
- Excellent communicator who can motivate, guide, and support
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Your Passion Shows
- Love for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
- Customer-first approach that drives everything you do
- Real sense of purpose — you want to make an impact
- Team player who celebrates wins and supports during challenges
- Committed to living our values every single day
What's in it for You
Every person makes Hilsea Lido the incredible place it is! Within our energising environment, our talented people work hard, but we make sure there's plenty of fun too:
- Competitive salary – Recognising your skills and leadership
- A fun, supportive team – We believe in what we're doing and back each other all the way
- Opportunities for growth – We invest in our people with professional development
- Staff perks – Discounts on food, drinks, and venue services
- Flexible approach – We value work/life balance
- Real impact – Be part of something that's transforming Portsmouth’s leisure landscape
- Leadership experience – Develop your management skills in a dynamic environment
Ready to Jump In?
We are OPEN. BRAVE. DIRECT. If you're ready to:
- Lead with confidence
- Support your team to succeed
- Help create unforgettable experiences that keep guests coming back
We want to hear from you!
We believe every person has the right to thrive at work. We're committed to equal employment opportunity and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Should you require any specific accommodations in the recruitment process, please let us know.
Ready to make a splash? We can't wait to meet you!
Learn more about our vision: hilsealido.co.uk
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