Hospitality Co-Ordinator
Salary £ Competitive
LNER Stadium, Sincil Bank, Lincoln LN5 8LD
Vacancy listed 09/06/2026
Application deadline 05/07/2026
Details
At Lincoln City Football Club, we believe that people make the difference and accordingly, we don’t just look for the usual job requirements. As well as being experts in their technical areas, all of our team members demonstrate and work towards a clear set of traits which differentiate us from the norm.  As a Hospitality Co-Ordinator you will be required to demonstrate behaviours reflecting the following traits, which we have termed the 3Es: Exceptional, Edge and Energising.

Exceptional         
Forward thinking:
  • You will think ahead and prepare for future tasks and opportunities        
  • You will seek and provide new ideas and solutions to overcome challenges 

Edge         
Streetwise:         
  • You will work smart and demonstrate the know-how to win
  • You will develop key relationships and networks effectively  

Energising       
Finds a way:  
  • You deliver results, within a team 
  • You develop and implement strategies to achieve positive outcomes

Job purpose 
To support the Hospitality Department in the efficient delivery of services at the LNER Stadium through a wide range of administrative, operational, and stock control responsibilities. 

This role will contribute to the smooth running of matchdays and non-matchday events, supporting setup, delivery, and post-event duties. 
 
Key Responsibilities 
  •  Provide administrative support across the Hospitality Department including data input, filing, and internal communications
  • Assist in maintaining accurate stock levels by conducting regular counts and updating inventory systems 
  • Support ordering, receiving and storing catering stock in line with food hygiene and safety procedures
  • Help prepare for matchdays and events, ensuring all required catering, hospitality requirements and equipment are in place 
  • Assist with setup and clear of catering areas before and after events 
  • Maintain and update internal records, such as health and safety logs, delivery notes and staff rotas 
  • Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to support the delivery of catering operations
   
General responsibilities  
  • Carry out duties in accordance with all relevant company policies, including, but not limited to, the Code of Conduct, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy, Health and Safety Policy, Safeguarding Policy and Social Media Policy 
  • To safeguard and promote the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk 
  • To be vigilant and support all safety and security operations 
  • Act always with utmost good faith to the Club, Foundation and the Company
  • Devote full attention and ability to fulfilment of the duties required by the role 
  • Other duties as reasonably requested by a member of the senior management staff 
  • To work closely with partnership organisations, to maintain good relationships and collaborative working practices
  • To work with colleagues throughout Lincoln City Football Club & Foundation to extend knowledge and skills in order to identify and develop best practice 
  • Deal with enquiries and general day-to-day liaison with customers, colleagues and partners 
  • Carry out general office duties including data recording, filing, photocopying, sending and receiving emails
  • Active participation on continuing professional development and the appraisal process 
  • To undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this job
  • To maintain the quality of service provision, regularly evaluating work and seeking to make improvements 
  • Present a professional image when dealing with both internal and external contacts and partners, acting in a professional manner always  
  • To cover as and when required at other departments within Lincoln City Football Club & Foundation 
  • To recognise commercial opportunities across all products within Lincoln City Football Club & Foundation 
  • Promote the brand identity and increase Lincoln City fanbase throughout  
  • To support the Lincoln City Football Club green energy saving strategy and meet all requirements including but not exclusive to recycling, waste reduction, energy efficiency  
  • Any other duties commensurate with the grade and falling within the scope of the post, as requested by the Chief Executive Officer. 
 
The above-mentioned duties and responsibilities should be regarded as neither exclusive nor exhaustive as the post holder may be required to undertake other reasonably determined duties and responsibilities, commensurate with the grading of the post, without changing the general character of the post. 
 
Lincoln City Football Club & Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and employees to share this commitment. 
 
Safeguarding 
This role involves working with children and/or adults at risk in Regulated Activity (or in close proximity to children and/or adults at risk).  This means that the post-holder is required to apply all relevant policies and uphold the Club’s commitment to safeguarding vulnerable people. 
  
Key relationships 
  •  Hospitality General Manager 
  • Catering Manager  
  • Events Manager 
  • Food & Beverage Supervisors 
  • Operations department 
  • External suppliers and vendors 
  • Matchday and casual F&B staff 
  
Scope of job 
To support the hospitality function at Lincoln City Football Club by delivering high-quality administrative and operational support, helping maintain stock control and event readiness, and ensuring service standards are met across all matchday and non-matchday hospitality activities. 
 
Person specification 
 
Job Title: Hospitality Coordinator 
KNOWLEDGE
Essential 
  • Basic understanding of business administration principles 
  • Awareness of stock control and inventory systems 
 
Desirable 
  • Understanding of food hygiene and health and safety in a catering environment 
  • Knowledge of the sports or events industry 

TECHNICAL/WORK-BASED SKILLS
Essential 
  • Competent in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word) 
  • Good organisation and time management 
 
Desirable 
  • Experience using stock control software or databases 
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment 

GENERAL SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
Essential 
  • Strong communication skills 
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team 
  • Willingness to learn and undertake training 
 
Desirable 
  • Confidence dealing with internal and external stakeholders 
  • Flexible and adaptable to change 
  • Positive attitude and proactive approach to problem solving

EXPERIENCE
Essential

  • Experience in an admin or customer service setting
  • Experience working in events, hospitality, or catering (including part-time/casual work)

Desirable
  • One-year experience working within the hospitality industry, events and stadia

How to apply
  • Complete and sign the Job Application Form and submit with your application
  • Complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form by following this link Lincoln City Football Club Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form – Fill in form
  • Upload a copy of your CV and covering letter (in one document) detailing the reason you feel you will be a great fit for this role and highlighting any relevant experience 

PLEASE NOTE:  Only applicants who follow the Safer Recruitment Job Application Process detailed above, will be considered.

CLOSING DATE:  5 JULY 2026
INTERVIEWS:  W/C 6 JULY 2026
ANTICIPATED START DATE: ASAP

Should you have any questions with regard to this role, please email recruitment@theredimps.com.

This document is a guide only and should not be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive.  It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing needs of the organisation.  All employees may be required to undertake any other duties as may be reasonably required.  Lincoln City Football Club and Foundation is an equal opportunities employer. 

Benefits

25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
Free parking

Attached documents
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Job Application Form NEW-JOB_APPLICATION_FORM_2026_(Editable).pdf
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