Catering Operations Manager FTC

Lord Search & Selection; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 12,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events management company is seeking a Catering Operations Manager for a fixed-term contract in Cambridge. This role involves overseeing the operations of the Christmas Market stalls, including staff management, compliance, and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have multi-site operations experience in the hospitality industry and strong leadership skills. If you're organized and thrive in fast-paced environments, this is the role for you!

Qualifications

• Proven multi-site operations management experience.
• Strong leadership with motivational skills.
• Highly organised with inventory management skills.
• Hands-on and solutions-focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and manage stall staff, overseeing all operations.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Submit daily financial reports and monitor sales forecasts.
• Manage stock orders and equipment breakdown.
• Finalise invoices and stock reconciliation post-trading.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational Skills

Inventory Management

Compliance Knowledge

Problem Solving

Job description

Role: Catering Operations Manager Location: CambridgeContract:Fixed-term contract, Early November to Mid-January Salary: GBP12,000 FeeHolt Recruitment is working with a well-established events management company in Cambridge, who is looking for an experienced CateringOperations Manager to join the team on a fixed-term contract to oversee the operations of the Christmas Market stalls. As the Catering Operations Manager, your responsibilities will include: Key Responsibilities: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 (3 x 20ft containers).
• Submit daily financial reports via WhatsApp.
• Monitor sales vs forecast; adjust operations as needed.
• Approve rotas and process payroll via 'Deputy'/ 'NOQ'.
• Resolve equipment issues and staff/payroll queries.

Post-Trading (Jan):

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

What do you need as the Catering 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.

What is the next step?If you believe this is the right role for you, click 'Apply' or call us, and one of our team members will be happy to discuss this Catering Operations Manager role in Cambridge. Job ID Number: 87117Division: Commercial Division Job Role: Catering Operations ManagerLocation: Cambridge