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.
