Job Introduction

Hospitality & Events Supervisor

Abingdon School, Abingdon, Oxfordshire

40 Hours per Week | 52 Weeks Per Year

Set within 35 acres of beautiful grounds in the heart of Abingdon and just 8 miles from Oxford, Abingdon School Foundation combines over 750 years of history with a modern and ambitious outlook. The Foundation is entering an exciting new chapter, becoming fully co-educational from 2026, with a new pre-school and summer camps launching in 2027.

At Abingdon, we help young people develop the confidence, skills and resilience they need to embrace their future. We encourage students to seize opportunities, appreciate their responsibilities to others and contribute positively to society. The Foundation promotes a culture of respect, equality and inclusion, where diversity is celebrated and wellbeing is a priority.

Known for excellence in academics, music, sport and the arts, Abingdon offers a caring and supportive environment where students are encouraged to achieve their best and try something new.

We're looking for a Hospitality & Events Supervisor to join our team and help deliver outstanding hospitality experiences across a wide range of events, from sporting fixtures and school celebrations to conferences, summer programmes and commercial events. [Job Descri...52 Weeks) | PDF]

Why You'll Love It Here

• Free on-site parking

• Spectacular meals provided whilst on duty
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Beautiful campus location just outside Oxford
• Exciting developments including a new pre-school and summer camps opening in 2027
• Be part of a thriving Foundation during a period of growth and investment
• Friendly and supportive team environment

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading hospitality teams during events and functions
• Delivering exceptional experiences for guests, visitors and clients
• Supporting event planning, set-up, service and operational delivery
• Maintaining high standards of presentation, service and organisation [Job Descri...52 Weeks) | PDF]

What You'll Bring

• Experience in hospitality, catering, events or customer service
• Previous experience leading, supervising or supporting a team
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• A positive, hands-on approach and a passion for great service

We'd love to hear from you. Interviews can be arranged to suit candidates and may take place online, remotely or face-to-face

Join Abingdon School Foundation and be part of an exciting future while helping create memorable experiences for students, staff, guests and visitors.

What We Offer:

• Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong to a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.

• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice and support with work-related or personal issues such as bereavement.

• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24-hour virtual GP and various other services.

• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.

• Money insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.

• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan.

• A death in service benefit for colleagues who pass away while employed by Sodexo.

• Opportunities for growth and success throughout your career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.

• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues contribute to the environment while keeping fit.

• Volunteering opportunities to enable all colleagues to support worthwhile causes in our communities.

• A flexible and dynamic work environment.

• Competitive compensation.

• Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).

Note: Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.