Catering Events Operations Manager (FTC)

Holt Recruitment Group Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 12,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established events management company is seeking a Catering Events Operations Manager in Cambridge on a fixed-term contract. The role involves overseeing the operations of Christmas Market stalls from setup to invoice finalization. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in multi-site operations management and strong leadership skills to motivate seasonal teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in operations management in street food, events, or hospitality.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in motivating seasonal teams.
• Highly organized; proficient in inventory, compliance, and rota management.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and onboard stall staff.
• Manage rotas aligned with sales forecasts and budgets.
• Submit daily financial reports and monitor sales vs forecast.

Skills

Multi-site operations management

Leadership

Inventory management

Compliance knowledge

Staffing management

Job description

Food Operations Manager

Location: Cambridge
Contract: Fixed-term contract, Early November to Mid-January
Salary: £12,000 Fee

Holt Recruitment is working with a well-established events management company in Cambridge, who is looking for an experienced Catering Events Operations Manager to join the team on a fixed-term contract to oversee the operations of the Christmas Market stalls.

Pre-Opening

• Recruit, train, and onboard stall staff
• Manage rotas using ‘Deputy’, aligned with sales forecasts and budgets
• Oversee install prep: stock takes, deliveries, and site setup

During Trading (Nov–Jan)

• Daily unit oversight: staffing, uniforms, morale, service quality, and compliance (EHO, SFBB, H&S)
• Coordinate stock orders and manage storage
• Submit daily financial reports
• Monitor sales vs forecast; adjust operations as needed
• Approve rotas and process payroll
• Resolve equipment issues and staff/payroll queries

Post-Trading (Jan)

• Manage breakdown and equipment returns
• Finalise invoices, stock reconciliation, and reporting

What you need as the Catering Events Operations Manager

• Proven multi-site operations management in street food, events, or hospitality
• Strong leadership with a track record of motivating seasonal teams
• Highly organised; skilled in inventory, compliance, and rota management
• Hands-on and solutions-focused; thrives in fast-paced environments
• Solid understanding of EHO, SFBB, and food safety regulations

To apply, please contact Shannon on 07441919648 or email [e-mail]