Head of Operations - Kent & East Sussex - £95,000

Corecruitment; Ashford; On-site; GBP 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Kent and East Sussex seeks a Head of Operations to oversee food and beverage operations across its gastro pubs. This strategic and hands-on role demands proven experience, particularly in pub management, and offers the opportunity to shape the future of a growing organization. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior multi-site F&B operations role (pub experience required).
• Strong leadership and communication skills; able to inspire teams at all levels.
• A hands-on, adaptable leadership style with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations, elevate food and drink offering, and drive excellence across sites.
• Influence service delivery, training, menu development, and customer experience.
• Report directly to the COO and collaborate with the executive chef and senior leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Commercial Mindset

Adaptability

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Head of Operations - Kent & East Sussex - £95,000, Ashford

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Client:

Corecruitment

Location:

Ashford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for exceptional hospitality?

Do you have experience leading food and beverage operations across multiple gastro pubs or restaurant sites?

Are you ready to make a big impact in a senior role with scope to shape the future of a growing hospitality group?

If this sounds like you, read on — this could be your next big move.

My client is a well-established and ambitious group with a portfolio of pubs and restaurants across Kent and East Sussex. They’re on the hunt for a Head of Operations to lead from the front, elevate their food and drink offering, and drive operational excellence across all sites. This is a highly visible, strategic and hands-on role, reporting directly to the COO. You’ll work alongside the Group Executive Chef and senior leadership team to influence every aspect of service delivery, training, menu development, and customer experience — while ensuring commercial success and consistency.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in a senior multi-site F&B operations role – MUST have pub experience to apply & lead Area Managers before
• Deep knowledge of gastro pub management
• Strong leadership and communication skills, able to inspire teams at all levels
• A commercial mindset with a solid track record of driving revenue and profitability
• A hands-on, adaptable leadership style with the ability to work independently
• Willingness to travel frequently across Kent and East Sussex
• A real passion for hospitality and delivering outstanding guest experiences

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their hospitality leadership career — helping shape the future of a respected and growing group.

If you’re ready to lead, grow, and make your mark — apply today or send your CV to Stuart Hills OR call 0207 790 2666.