Education Catering Operations Manager - Scunthorpe

Cater Link Limited; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the education sector is looking for an experienced Operations Manager to manage multiple school locations. The role requires strong leadership, operational expertise, and a focus on KPIs related to quality and client satisfaction, with numerous benefits included.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus performance-related bonus

Monthly car allowance or company car

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Private healthcare with BUPA

Fully expensed company laptop and mobile phone

Access to Employee Discount Platform

Opportunities for formal qualifications and training

Qualifications

• Commercial awareness and capability to lead and motivate teams are essential.
• Must have prior experience in catering and operational management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations for primary and secondary schools and colleges.
• Ensure KPIs in Health & Safety, Retention, Quality, and Finance are met.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Leadership

Client relationship building

Education

Experience in catering and operational management

Job description

Company Description

Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist. For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools, and Colleges across the UK. The company caters to more than 1,000,000 meals a week. Our "Fresh Food Policy" underpins our success and growth, coupled with a commitment to delivering on our promises to clients and supporting our site-based teams.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee a group of schools, including primary schools, secondary schools, and colleges. Previous catering and operational management experience is essential. This is a 52-week role, working Monday to Friday.

At Caterlink, we believe that people work for people. We want you to have confidence and credibility, be able to lead, motivate, and develop your teams, and build strong client relationships across your portfolio of schools. Commercial awareness is crucial, and you should be prepared to assist your teams when needed.

Success in this role relies on KPIs such as Health & Safety, Retention, Quality, and Finance. If you also believe that People, Perception, Passion, and Pride can enhance your growth and success, then this role may be suitable for you. We look forward to hearing from you!

Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure. Salary will depend on experience.

Our Commitment

Caterlink strives to provide a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where every individual is treated with respect and has opportunities for growth, fairness, and equality.

Additional Information

Working with us offers many advantages, including:

• Competitive salary plus performance-related bonus
• Monthly car allowance or a company car
• 33 days holiday, including bank holidays
• Eligibility to join our Workplace Pension Scheme with Aviva
• Private healthcare with BUPA
• Fully expensed company laptop and mobile phone
• Virtual GP services for you and your family (eligibility rules apply)
• Access to our Employee Discount Platform for savings on shopping, entertainment, holidays, and family days out
• Employee Assistance Program and free Virtual GP services for you and your family
• Opportunities for formal qualifications, classroom training, eLearning, and on-the-job training to support your development
• Term-time operation allows for planning during school breaks, unlike businesses operating year-round