Join Doddington Hall and start your hospitality career with hands-on experience, competitive pay and real opportunities to progress. Looking to kickstart your career in hospitality? This is a fantastic opportunity to learn, earn and grow with a workplace-based apprenticeship at Doddington Hall.

As a Food & Beverage Trainee Supervisor, you’ll gain real hands-on experience in a busy hospitality environment while working towards a recognised qualification, with all training delivered in the workplace. No classrooms, no college days – just real experience, real skills and real career progression.

As part of this role, you’ll be working across all of Doddington Hall’s venues, including:

Restaurants
Cafés
Events and functions

Your apprenticeship training will be completed on the job, supported by your team and training provider.

Key Responsibilities

Helping run day-to-day service and keeping everything running smoothly
Supporting and guiding team members during busy shifts
Preparing and serving drinks and food
Welcoming customers, taking bookings, and creating a great first impression
Talking to customers about the menu and recommending dishes or specials
Handling payments and helping resolve customer issues
Keeping work areas clean, safe and organised
Checking stock and making sure everything is ready for service

Learning opportunities

Team leadership and confidence
Customer service and communication
Organisation and time management
Food safety and hygiene
Sales and upselling skills

What we’re looking for:

A positive attitude and willingness to learn
Good communication and teamwork skills
An interest in hospitality, food, or events
Someone reliable, friendly, and motivated
No previous experience necessary – we’ll teach you everything you need to know.

Why this role is great for you:

Learn entirely on the job – no need to attend college
Earn more than a typical apprenticeship
Gain real work experience from day one
Build confidence and transferable skills
Start a clear career path in hospitality

Pay

Pay will be above the standard apprenticeship minimum wage. The exact rate will be discussed at interview and may vary depending on experience and suitability.

Benefits

Staff discount across Doddington Hall venues
Team social events and functions paid for by the business
Earn while you learn with a recognised qualification
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Supportive team environment
Real opportunities to progress into supervisory and management roles

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you’re interested in the role to: LeahBarr@doddingtonhall.com

We encourage early applications, as the position may close early if a suitable candidate is found.

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