Catering Operations Director - Reigate (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Catering Operations Director to lead a talented team in Guildford. This role focuses on enhancing client relationships, ensuring compliance, and achieving financial targets. You will foster a safety culture, drive performance improvements, and support strategic initiatives. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this company offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. If you possess strong leadership skills and a passion for the catering industry, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programmes

Access to Digital GP

Travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards

Free wellness classes

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience across multiple sites.
• Financial acumen, organized, and able to manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of General Managers for exceptional service.
• Ensure compliance and profitability while managing client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Client Relationship Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Team Development

Education

Experience in Catering Management

Industry Knowledge

Job description

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Catering Operations Director - Reigate (Hiring Immediately), Guildford

Client: Compass Group

Location: Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

We ensure you're rewarded for your hard work with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Access to Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits for you and your family
• Travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and others
• Food shopping discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, etc.
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Cash rewards on spending across various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts and offers with friends and family

Role overview: Lead and develop a team of General Managers to provide exceptional service, manage client relationships, and ensure compliance and profitability. Focus on business performance, financial targets, and aligning team efforts with company strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote safety culture and ensure health & safety compliance
• Develop and maintain strategic client and stakeholder relationships
• Deliver profit through team leadership and financial management
• Review performance and implement improvements
• Collaborate with marketing to match services to customer needs
• Support strategy development and implementation
• Gather and utilize feedback for continuous improvement
• Support service initiatives and client satisfaction surveys
• Ensure menus and costings are up-to-date and compliant
• Assist with strategic sourcing and supplier compliance
• Focus on quality of food and service delivery
• Build and develop a high-performing team with succession planning
• Foster team collaboration and share best practices
• Review labor structures and manage HR processes

Who you are:

• Proven leadership experience across multiple sites
• Financial acumen, organized, and able to manage budgets and deadlines
• Industry knowledge and experience
• Flexible and adaptable approach

About Us

Join Compass to help feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections in thousands of venues. Enjoy competitive pay, perks, and career development opportunities. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity in the workplace.