Operations Manager

SP Executive Search; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality recruiter is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee multiple pub locations in South West England, specifically covering the Dorset and Devon area. This role requires a strong leader with a proven track record in multi-site management and a focus on driving sales and enhancing the guest experience. If you're a commercially minded operator ready to impact a well-established brand, apply now to join this exciting opportunity.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Bonus

Additional Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in multi-site management within pubs or food-led retail.
• Strong commercial ability with sales growth and cost control.
• Comfortable working with P&Ls and KPI dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee performance of multiple sites in the area.
• Lead and develop management teams for outstanding customer experience.
• Drive sales and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Multi-site management

Commercial ability

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Job description

Operations Manager – Pubs (Food-Led Operations)

Location: Dorset & Devon – South West Coast Patch

Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits

SP Executive Search is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to join a UK pub co for their South West patch covering Dorset & Devon. This role suits a commercially minded operator who thrives on driving performance, elevating guest experience, and leading multiple sites to success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the performance of a multiple sites in a patch, ensuring excellence in service and operations
• Lead, coach and develop management teams to deliver outstanding customer experience
• Drive sales, profitability and consistent brand standards across all locations
• Execute business strategy, new initiatives and ongoing operational improvements
• Ensure ongoing compliance with H&S, food safety and company policy
• Analyse P&L results, identify trends and implement actions for improved performance
• Manage stakeholder relationships with internal teams, suppliers and regional leadership

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in multi-site management within pubs, hospitality or food-led retail, casual dining and restaurants
• Tenancy, Franchise or Self Employed partnership agreement experience is a plus but purely managed experience is great also
• Strong commercial ability – confident with sales growth, margins and cost control
• Inspirational leadership style with a focus on development and accountability
• Comfortable working with data, P&Ls and KPI dashboards
• Confident communicator who can influence and engage at all levels
• Hands‑on, solutions‑focused operator with high brand standards

If you’re a results‑driven Operations Manager ready to make an impact with a well‑established hospitality brand, please apply.

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