Operations Director

COREcruitment; England; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an innovative and resourceful Operations Director for their Southeast England team in the education sector. This role involves overseeing numerous educational contracts and requires a strong background in public sector Contract Catering, along with the ability to lead and motivate teams. The ideal candidate will possess excellent business and financial acumen, coupled with a passion for outstanding customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience at a senior level in public sector Contract Catering is a MUST.
• Passion for food & customer service.
• Excellent business acumen and ability to motivate staff.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for a large portfolio of Education contracts.
• Manage multiple direct reports and ensure client satisfaction.
• Take a strategic approach to contract management.

Skills

Business acumen

Customer service

Financial acumen

Staff motivation

IT literacy

Job description

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Operations Director – Southeast England – Education £80k + Package

My client is looking to add an innovative, resourceful, resilient & creative Operations Director to their team. We are looking for someone who has plenty of energy, charisma and isn’t afraid to get involved with the team.

About the position:

You will be responsible for a large portfolio of Education contracts with multiple direct reports. This will suit someone with a background in Contract Catering, ideally within state education or public sector catering.

Your career experience will have given you a sound understanding of Contract Catering senior management and an ability to take a step back to understand the bigger picture. A savvy & financially astute operator who can appreciate what it takes to be in a client facing role will suit this position.

Ideal Operations Director:

• Experience at a senior level within public sector Contract Catering is a MUST and ideally state Education
• Passion for food and customer service
• Excellent business acumen
• Motivator of staff with excellent client relationships
• Financially astute
• IT literate
• Looking for bags of personality and charisma