Contract Director - London

ESS; London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hospitality leader is seeking a Contract Director in London to manage trackside catering operations. This role requires 5+ years of hospitality experience and strong leadership skills. The successful candidate will oversee contracts, lead a dynamic team, and ensure exceptional service. You will enjoy a salary range of £75,000 - £85,000 depending on experience, with opportunities for global travel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in high-performance hospitality/events.
• Proven ability to navigate complex logistical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contractual obligations and catering operations.
• Recruit and manage a hospitality team.
• Ensure health, safety, and hygiene compliance.
• Manage sourcing, logistics, and staffing.

Skills

Leadership

Logistics

Commercial acumen

Attention to detail

Job description

Contract Director - London

Contract Director - F1 Hospitality (Commutable to London, with Global Travel)

Ready to lead world-class hospitality with an outstanding high performing team? We are looking for a Contract Director to oversee catering operations globally, for trackside season!

You'll manage high-profile contracts, lead an elite hospitality team, and ensure exceptional service delivery - from the planning board to the pit lane. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership, so a pro-active attitude is a must.

The role has as salary of 75,000 - 85,000 dependant on experience

Your Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all contractual obligations and day-to-day catering operations
• Recruit, train and manage a high performing hospitality team
• Ensure full health, safety and hygiene compliance
• Manage global sourcing, logistics and staffing schedules
• Collaborate on performance focused, dietary compliant menus
• Monitor budgets, ensuring cost efficiency, without comprising on quality

What you'll need:

• 5+ years in high-performance hospitality/events
• Strong leadership, logistics, and commercial acumen
• Calm under pressure, highly organised, with meticulous attention to detail
• Proven ability to navigate and resolve complex logistical challenges in high pressure, international environments
• Willing to travel globally (Approx 6-10 weeks/year)
• Passion for delivering excellence

Join us and be part of something fast, dynamic, and unforgettable!

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplaces as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Apply now to make your mark on the world of motorsport hospitality!