Operations Director

Talent Hive; London; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent catering company is looking for an Operations Director to oversee 80 education contracts in East London, Essex, and Kent. The role involves managing a team of Operations Managers to maintain service standards and a strong focus on people development. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in contract catering and a passion for food. Competitive package includes a salary of up to £80,000, company car, and generous benefits.

Benefits

Company Car (BMW 3 series or equivalent)

15% salary bonus

Enhanced pension (6%)

Private medical insurance

33 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in contract catering as a Senior Operations Manager or Operations Director.
• Background in Education, B&I, or Healthcare sectors.
• Self-starter with a genuine passion for food.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 80 education contracts in East London, Essex & Kent.
• Manage 5 Operations Managers to ensure service standards.
• Recruit, train, motivate, and manage your team.

Skills

Strong commercial acumen

People development

Team management

Job description

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The Company

• A company operated by industry professionals and bursting with passionate foodies.
• Nationally recognition group with numerous awards for innovation & quality.
• A market leader within the education contract catering sector.

The Package

• Up to £80,000per annum
• Company Car (BMW 3 series or equivalent)
• 15% of salary bonus
• Enhanced pension (6%)
• Private medical insurance
• 33 days annual leave

The Job Role

• Operations Director to oversee 80 education contracts in East London, Essex & Kent
• To manage 5 Operations Managers who oversee the food offering, service standards and client experience.
• To recruit, train, motivate, manage and develop your team to maximise talent.
• To report into an Divisional Director.

The Requirements

• A proven Senior Operations Manager or Operations Director within contract catering
• Previous background within contract catering is essential, be that in Education, B&I and/or Healthcare
• A passionate foodie
• The successful Operations Director will be a self-starter with a passion for people development.
• A strong commercial acumen to maximise revenue, as well as a sound understanding of revenue, budget and cost analysis.

The Location

• To be based in East London, Kent or Essex
• A regional 'road based' role within the above areas.

Please note, due to the high volume of interest in this exciting opportunity, only successful candidates will be contacted

TH Contact Details
Consultant: Will Gennard
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Web: www.talenthive.co.uk