Operations Manager - Fast Casual Restaurant Group

COREcruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a brilliant independent restaurant group as an Operations Manager, leading multiple sites in Central London. This role offers the autonomy to enhance operational performance and guest satisfaction while nurturing a strong team culture. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record and a passion for shaping the brand's journey. If you're excited by the restaurant industry and are ready for a fresh perspective, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experienced as an Operations Manager within a fast casual or quality-led restaurant group.
• Proven track record of strong tenure and tangible achievements.
• Comfortable in a founder-led environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead up to five restaurant sites.
• Work closely with the founder to refine offerings.
• Develop a high-performing team and enhance guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Management

People Culture

Commercial Acumen

Job description

Operations Manager – Fast Casual Restaurant Group
Location: Central London
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + bonus

The Opportunity
A brilliant independent restaurant group serving a fantastic product at a great price point.With strong foundations already in place, they’re now looking for an experienced Operations Manager to help take things to the next level.

The Role
You’ll be leading up to five sites initially, working closely with the founder to refine and evolve the offer.With up to seven direct reports and touchpoints across HR, you’ll have the autonomy to make real change – injecting pace, elevating guest experience and developing a high-performing team.Culture is already strong, but they’re ready for a fresh perspective, operational focus and forward momentum.

Who You Are

• Currently working as an Operations Manager within a fast casual or quality-led restaurant group
• Not a step-up role – you must already hold this level of responsibility
• Passionate about building and maintaining a great people culture
• Experienced with new openings (preferred)
• Comfortable in a founder-led environment – agile, collaborative and hands-on
• Proven track record of strong tenure and tangible achievements
• Commercially sharp and operationally detailed
• Able to manage up and down – with clarity and confidence
• Long-term mindset – excited to be part of the brand’s journey and growth

If this sounds like your kind of move – or you know someone who’d be a great fit – drop me a message or send your CV to [e-mail].