Catering Operations Manager

Cotswold Farm Park; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Cotswold Farm Park is seeking a dynamic Catering Operations Manager to lead its food and beverage team. The successful candidate will manage daily operations, inspire staff, and ensure excellent customer experiences in a beautiful countryside setting. The role offers competitive pay, career growth opportunities, and various staff benefits.

Benefits

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Employee discount

Free parking

On-site parking

Store discount

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hospitality or event management.
• Experience managing teams and large-scale operations.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day catering operations and team management.
• Ensure high standards of service and customer satisfaction.
• Manage staffing rotas and event logistics.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Multitasking

Education

GCSE

Job description

Benefits:

Job Description:

Job information Catering Operations Manager from the Company Cotswold Farm Park, this latest Catering Operations Manager job vacancy is located in the city Cheltenham GL UG located in the country United Kingdom . This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate GCSE . Job Vacancies in this Logistics field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Responsibility:

Join Our Award-Winning Team as Catering Operations Manager!

Location: Cotswold Farm Park

Contract: Full-time, Permanent (45 hours per week)

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Start Date: Immediate

Schedule: 5 days out of 7, including weekends, evenings & bank holidays

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for delivering exceptional food and beverage experiences? Cotswold Farm Park is looking for a Catering Operations Manager to play a pivotal role in the continued growth and success of our thriving F&B department.

About Us

Set in the heart of the Cotswolds, Cotswold Farm Park combines family-friendly fun with high-quality food and drink experiences. With a bustling 180-seat restaurant, three additional outlets, and an exciting calendar of events (including our iconic Pumpkin Patch and Enchanted Christmas), we've transformed our catering into a destination in its own right.

Your Role

You'll oversee the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of our catering operations — from rota planning and event logistics to stock control and customer service. Managing a team of up to 30 during peak times, you'll lead from the front, ensuring everything runs like clockwork while helping shape the future of our F&B offering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and inspire our food & beverage team, ensuring high standards of service

• Manage staffing rotas, event setup, and operational logistics

• Oversee stock management, procurement, and cost control

• Deliver outstanding customer service and resolve issues proactively

• Help drive commercial success, identify new sales opportunities, and enhance our menus

• Champion health & safety, cleanliness, and food hygiene standards

• Support and contribute to strategic development alongside our Head of F&B

About You:

• Proven experience in hospitality, event catering, or bar management (festival or high-volume venue experience a bonus)

• Confident in managing teams, budgets, and large-scale operations

• Excellent communication, organisation, and multitasking skills

• Hands-on, physically fit, and comfortable working on your feet

• A natural people-person with a flair for problem-solving and innovation

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive, close-knit management team

• Shape a growing and ambitious catering operation

• Work in a beautiful countryside setting with exciting events year-round

• Enjoy staff perks and contribute to something truly special

Ready to take the next step in your hospitality career?

Apply today and bring your energy, experience, and ideas to one of the Cotswolds' most beloved attractions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £40,000.00-£44,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Work Location: In person

Keywords : Cheltenham jobs
Closed Date : 2025-07-27