Catering & Retail Operations Lead

Restaurant Associates Careers; Leeds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in Leeds is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to support the General Manager. You will oversee operations in a busy environment, ensuring excellent service and strong financial performance. The ideal candidate has experience managing commercial operations with a turnover of over £1 million and is capable of leading diverse teams in high-pressure situations. This role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including free meals and subsidised onsite facilities.

Benefits

Free meals

Onsite free car parking

Contributory pension scheme

Exclusive travel discounts

Cash rewards for spending

Qualifications

• Experience managing a commercial operation (£1m+ turnover).
• Experience in multi-outlet or high-volume environments.
• Well organised and confident under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent service and lead by example.
• Oversee day-to-day running of all outlets.
• Support delivery of sales, profit and labour targets.

Skills

Strong people management and communication skills

Financially aware; able to interpret sales data

Customer-focused

IT literate

Education

NVQ Level 2 / HND / Management qualification

Job description

A leading catering service provider in Leeds is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to support the General Manager. You will oversee operations in a busy environment, ensuring excellent service and strong financial performance. The ideal candidate has experience managing commercial operations with a turnover of over £1 million and is capable of leading diverse teams in high-pressure situations. This role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including free meals and subsidised onsite facilities.