Operations Manager

Talent Hive; York; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent, family-run business is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee multiple Education contracts. This hybrid role emphasizes quality catering and personal relationships, offering a competitive salary and benefits. You'll manage a dedicated team, ensuring high standards and client satisfaction while driving career progression. If you're passionate about people development and have a strong background in contract catering, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the hospitality sector.

Benefits

Car Allowance (£4,500)

30 days holiday

1 week off over Christmas

Career Progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Operations Manager managing at least 10 contracts.
• Background in contract catering is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 14+ Education contracts ensuring high food quality.
• Train and develop your team to maximize talent.

Skills

Operations Management

Contract Catering

Team Development

Commercial Acumen

Job description

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The Company

• Independent, family-run business delivering a refreshingly different range of catering services driven by our ethos of personal relationships and honest professionalism.
• Specialise in delivering bespoke, tailored catering services to the Education and Business sectors throughout the UK.
• We believe that quality catering does not happen by chance. It happens as a result of passionate people working together to develop innovative menus.

The Package

• £45,000
• Bonus
• Car Allowance (£4,500)
• 30 days holiday
• 1 week off over Christmas
• Hybrid working role
• Career Progression

The Job Role

• Operations Manager to oversee 14+ Education contracts.
• Manage 2 direct reports.
• Ensure a high standard of food quality at all sites.
• Train, motivate, manage, and develop your team to maximise talent.
• Manage client experience, mobilise new business, and retain existing business.

The Requirements

• Proven experience as an Operations Manager managing at least 10 contracts.
• Background in contract catering is essential.
• A self-starter with a passion for people development.
• Strong commercial acumen.
• Ability to lead and engage support teams and unit managers effectively.

The Location

• North Yorkshire

TH Contact Details
Consultant: Danny Bates
Web: www.talenthive.co.uk

We at Talent Hive are specialist recruiters within the Hospitality & Catering sector. If you would like a confidential chat about your career, please contact us on 0121 448 2260.