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Front of House – Supervisor Location: Portlaoise, Co.Laois Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site About the Role Hartley People Recruitment is delighted to partner with a growing, fast-paced restaurant to recruit a Supervisor for its Portlaoise location. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced hospitality professional with a background in restaurant or food service operations. As Supervisor, you will take the lead during service, overseeing the day-to-day running of the restaurant floor, supporting the team, and ensuring every customer receives an outstanding dining experience. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be leading by example, coordinating the team during busy service periods, and maintaining the highest standards of customer service, food safety, cleanliness, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage restaurant shifts from opening through to close. • Coordinate the Front of House team and allocate stations to ensure smooth service. • Support and motivate team members during busy service periods. • Deliver an exceptional customer experience by maintaining high service standards. • Ensure food safety, HACCP, hygiene and restaurant procedures are followed at all times. • Oversee FIFO stock rotation, product labelling and expiry date checks. • Monitor product quality, presentation and correct food handling practices. • Resolve customer queries and operational issues professionally and efficiently. • Maintain a clean, organised and welcoming restaurant environment. • Work closely with the wider team to ensure efficient day-to-day restaurant operations. Skills & Experience • Minimum 3 years’ experience working within a restaurant, café, quick-service restaurant (QSR) or hospitality environment. • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a management or leadership position. • Previous experience as a Supervisor, Team Leader or Shift Manager is highly desirable. • Strong leadership, communication and people management skills. • Ability to remain calm and make decisions in a busy restaurant environment. • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. • Reliable, proactive and hands-on approach to leadership. • A current HACCP certificate is desirable; however, successful candidates must be willing to complete HACCP training if they do not already hold one. • Full flexibility to work mornings, evenings and weekends. What’s on Offer • Full-time position. • Free meals during shifts. • Career progression within a growing restaurant brand. • Ongoing training and development. • Supportive, energetic and team-focused working environment. How to apply: If you are interested and meet the above criteria, please apply with your CV to Hannah at [email protected]. Hartley People Recruitment operate to the highest ethical standards. We value the trust you place in us and will not forward your CV to any client without your prior consent