Area Manager – Branded Hospitality

CORElevate; Swansea; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic Area Manager to lead a portfolio of branded food and beverage outlets across South Wales. In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily operations, ensuring excellence in service and compliance with brand standards. Your leadership will inspire teams, drive engagement, and achieve sales targets while maintaining a focus on operational excellence. If you have a background in branded hospitality and a passion for developing talent, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in an Area Manager or similar role.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills with a people-first approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across multiple foodservice sites.
• Lead and develop General Managers and teams to drive performance.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Commercial Acumen

People Management

Food Safety Knowledge

Data Analysis

Job description

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QSR, Franchise & Retail Expert | Nearly a decade of connecting top-tier talent with leading brands across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East

A well-established, nationally recognized operator is seeking a high-performing Area Manager to oversee a portfolio of branded food and beverage outlets across South Wales.

The business operates in high-volume, customer-facing environments and is part of a larger group with strong infrastructure, national presence, and long-term investment in hospitality. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for multiple food-led sites, specifically requiring candidates with a background in branded, structured hospitality operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and overall performance across multiple branded foodservice sites
• Lead, coach, and develop General Managers and kitchen/FOH teams to drive engagement and performance
• Achieve targets related to sales, cost control, labor management, and customer satisfaction
• Maintain brand standards, food safety, and operational excellence
• Implement central initiatives, SOPs, and promotional activities consistently
• Identify talent, support succession planning, and foster team development
• Collaborate with central teams on audits, training, reporting, and compliance
• Support new openings, refurbishments, and operational improvement projects

The Right Person

Candidates should have:

• At least 2–3 years of experience in an Area Manager or similar multi-site leadership role
• A background in branded, food-led hospitality (QSR, casual dining, fast-casual, food-to-go, or similar)
• Proven experience managing high-volume operations across multiple locations
• Strong leadership and coaching skills with a people-first approach
• Commercial acumen and confidence in using data to drive performance
• Knowledge of food safety, H&S, and compliance in structured environments
• A full UK driving license and flexibility to travel across South Wales

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management
• Industries: Hospitality and Retail

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