Food & Beverage Supervisor
Location: Sherburn in Elmet, Leeds
Company: The Motorist
Salary: Starting from £13.00 p/h
Hours: 35 hours per week contract (overtime available during peak periods)
Job Type: Full-time (includes weekends & some evening work)
About The Motorist
The Motorist is one of the UK’s most unique automotive lifestyle destinations, bringing together cars, bikes, food, retail, and events in one venue.
Based near Leeds, it’s a hub where enthusiasts, families, and businesses come together to enjoy year-round events, hospitality, and automotive culture.
At the heart of the venue is the Drivers Lounge, a relaxed, sociable dining space built around car culture, great food, and community.
Alongside this, The Motorist delivers a wide range of corporate events, conferences, and private functions, offering professional yet relaxed spaces supported by high-quality hospitality.
The Role
We’re looking for an experienced and hands-on Food & Beverage Supervisor to support operations across:
- The Drivers Lounge
- Corporate meetings & conferences
- Private events and functions
This is a front-facing leadership role where you’ll ensure excellent service standards across both daily hospitality and event delivery.
You’ll play a key role in delivering seamless guest experiences, from daytime dining through to evening events and functions.
Key Responsibilities
Front of House Operations
- Support the daily operation of the Drivers Lounge
- Deliver high-quality, friendly service
- Supervise team members during service
- Maintain strong food and beverage standards
- Handle guest queries and feedback
Corporate & Meeting Room Support
- Set up meeting rooms and event spaces
- Ensure professional presentation of all spaces
- Support conferences, networking events, and meetings
- Coordinate catering and service delivery
Events & Functions (Including Evenings)
- Support private hire, corporate events, and large-scale functions
- Assist with room setup and event preparation
- Oversee service during events
- Work across daytime and evening events, including late finishes
- Help manage event flow and guest experience
Team Leadership & Support
- Supervise and motivate front-of-house team
- Lead by example during busy services
- Support training and development
- Ensure strong communication across departments
Standards & Operations
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation
- Ensure compliance with food hygiene and health & safety
- Support stock control and efficient service
- Assist management with daily operations
What We’re Looking For
Essential
- Experience in a hospitality or F&B supervisory role
- Strong customer service skills
- Experience in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to lead and support a team
- Flexible approach to working hours, including evenings, weekends, and additional hours when required
Desirable
- Experience in events or corporate hospitality
- Experience setting up meeting rooms or event spaces
- Bar or beverage knowledge
- Passion for hospitality and guest experience
- Interest in automotive culture (bonus, not essential)
Working Hours
- Contracted 35 hours per week
- Flexibility is essential due to the nature of the business
- Additional hours will be required during busy periods, events, and peak seasons
Benefits
- Competitive salary starting from £13 per hour
- Tips / gratuities paid on top of salary
- Opportunity to work across events, corporate, and hospitality
- Varied and dynamic working environment
- Career progression opportunities
What Makes This Role Different
You are not just a supervisor.
You are:
- A hospitality leader
- An event delivery specialist
- A guest experience champion
- A key part of both restaurant and corporate operations
Why Join The Motorist
- Work at one of the UK’s most unique lifestyle venues
- Be part of a growing hospitality and events operation
- Gain experience across restaurant, corporate, and events
- Work in a varied, fast-paced environment
- Be part of a passionate and supportive team
Apply
Send your CV to:
[ahorsman@themotorist.com]