Contract Catering Operations Manager

Off to Work; Greater London; On-site; GBP 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare support

Pension

Life assurance

Career development

Job summary

Off to Work is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee a growing portfolio across London. The role requires a strong background in contract catering and leadership skills to manage operations across 8 sites, ensuring compliance and quality. This position offers a competitive salary up to £65,000, weekdays-only hours, and a focus on career development, health benefits, and a strong support structure for new openings.

Qualifications

• Strong background in B&I contract catering, either as General Manager or Operations Manager.
• Confident in managing P&L, labor, and compliance.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead management teams across multiple sites for high-quality food service.
• Oversee operational performance and brand compliance.
• Manage operational budgets and financial forecasts.

Skills

Contract catering experience

P&L management

Leadership

Stakeholder skills

Commercial awareness

Quality food service passion

Job description

An established B&I contract catering business is looking for an Operations Manager to oversee a growing portfolio of sites across London with some regional business also.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced General Manager or Group General Manager who's ready to take their first step into a broader operational leadership role. You'll move from running sites day‑to‑day into overseeing performance across a wider portfolio, with real influence on standards, people, and commercial outcomes.

The role

• Lead and support on‑site management teams across 8 B&I sites to deliver high‑quality food and service
• Oversee operational performance, compliance, and brand standards
• Manage budgets worth circa £5m, forecasts, and cost control across sites
• Build strong client relationships and support new openings

About you

• Strong background in contract catering B&I at GM or Ops
• Confident managing P&L, labour, and compliance
• A motivating leader with excellent stakeholder skills
• Commercially minded with a passion for quality food and service

What's on offer

• Competitive salary up to £65,000 and weekdays-only working
• Strong focus on training, wellbeing, and career development
• Comprehensive benefits including healthcare support, pension, and life assurance