Chief Operating Officer

COREcruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing hospitality business in London seeks a hands-on Chief Operating Officer to lead operations and drive strategic growth. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in scaling businesses across multiple locations and will be a key figure in the company's ambitious expansion plans.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in scaling businesses across multiple locations.
• Current role in operations management or similar.
• Experience in hospitality sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with founders and investors for strategic growth.
• Oversee and inspire a high-performing operational team.
• Ensure compliance across tech, health & safety, contracts, and licensing.

Skills

Operational efficiency

Budgeting

Strategic growth

Team leadership

Relationship management

Job description

Have you upscaled a business in the UK?

Do you work in an environment where people and culture are key to success?

Can you prove that you've created a fantastic hospitality business and grown it successfully?

Are you currently employed?

If the answer is YES – then keep reading!

My client is an up-and-coming hospitality business with 4 sites in the UK and ambitious growth plans. This is a one-of-a-kind brand, becoming the new place to be seen in London. After conquering London, they’re aiming to scale across the UK. I am on the hunt for a hands-on Chief Operating Officer to lead the business, steer the ship, add value, and become a key figurehead in the company.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in scaling businesses across multiple locations and teams. This could be the perfect next step for an Operations Director ready to move into a COO role. Must be in a role at the moment to apply.

What you'll be doing:

• Partnering closely with founders and investors to drive smart budgeting, financial insight, and strategic growth.
• Creating and refining processes that boost operational efficiency across the board.
• Nurturing standout relationships with partners and stakeholders.
• Overseeing and inspiring a high-performing operational team.
• Ensuring full compliance across tech, health & safety, contracts, and licensing.
• Taking the lead on launching exciting new partnerships and venues.
• Identifying opportunities to cut costs and improve margins without compromising quality.
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing your direct reports to deliver their best.
• This is more than a job – it’s a chance to help build something special. You’ll be a strategic operator, a people-first leader, and a big-picture thinker ready to help scale a standout brand.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Stuart Hills 0207 790 2666