Head Of Catering Operations - Reigate (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Head of Catering Operations to lead a dynamic team in delivering exceptional service. This role involves strategic client relationship management, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and driving profitability through effective team leadership. You will play a pivotal role in optimizing business performance and fostering a high-performing team culture. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this opportunity offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and well-being.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Digital GP and healthcare benefits

Travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Free wellness classes

Share discounts

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience across multiple sites.
• Strong commercial acumen and industry knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of General Managers to deliver exceptional service.
• Manage client and contractual relationships while ensuring compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Client Relationship Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Team Development

Job description

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Head Of Catering Operations - Reigate (Hiring Immediately), Guildford

Client:

Compass Group

Location:

Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development programs like Career Pathways and MyLearning
• Digital GP and healthcare benefits for you and your family
• Travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and others
• Food shopping discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, etc.
• Cinema ticket discounts up to 44%
• Cash rewards on spending and brand offers
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts with friends and family

The role involves leading and developing a team of General Managers to deliver exceptional service, managing client and contractual relationships, and ensuring compliance with policies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Promoting safety and health & safety compliance
• Developing strategic client relationships
• Driving profit through team leadership and financial management
• Monitoring and improving business performance
• Analyzing market insights and aligning service delivery
• Supporting strategy development and implementation
• Gathering and acting on customer feedback
• Supporting service initiatives and menu standards
• Ensuring supplier compliance and strategic sourcing
• Maintaining food quality and service standards
• Building and managing a high-performing team
• Fostering collaboration and best practice sharing
• Optimizing labor and resource management
• Managing HR processes and performance management

Ideal candidates will have proven leadership experience across multiple sites, strong commercial acumen, industry knowledge, and flexibility.

About Us:

As part of Compass, you'll help feed people, fuel progress, and forge connections across thousands of venues. We offer competitive pay, perks, and development opportunities. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.