Regional Operations Manager

Compass Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Regional Manager to lead teams across multiple sites in Hertfordshire and the M4 Corridor. The ideal candidate will have experience in multi-site catering management, strong leadership skills, and a focus on operational excellence. This role offers a competitive salary up to £60,000, a company car, bonus, and excellent benefits. Join a company that invests in its people and rewards success.

Benefits

Company car

Bonus schemes

Pension

Learning & Development programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in multi-site catering management, preferably within contract catering.
• Strong understanding of P&L management, labour control, and compliance standards.
• Ability to motivate and manage remote teams effectively.
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management abilities.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day catering operations across multiple sites.
• Lead, support, and develop on-site managers and teams.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and brand standards.
• Manage financial performance including budget control.
• Build strong client relationships and ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Multi-site catering management

P&L management

Inspirational leadership

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Customer satisfaction focus

Job description

Overview

Regional Manager - Hertfordshire + M4 Corridor (Travel Required Across Region) £55,000 - £60,000 per annum + Company Car + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Are you a passionate and driven catering professional with experience managing multi-site operations? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment? If so, Compass Group UK&I has the perfect opportunity for you!

We're looking for a Regional Manager to lead and inspire teams across multiple sites in Hertfordshire and the M4 Corridor, driving performance, operational excellence, and exceptional food service for our clients and customers.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing day-to-day catering operations across a portfolio of sites within your region
• Leading, supporting, and developing on-site managers and teams to deliver outstanding service
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, health & safety, food hygiene, and brand standards
• Managing financial performance including budget control, forecasting, and cost efficiency
• Building strong client relationships and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
• Supporting new site mobilisations and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience in multi-site catering management, preferably within contract catering
• A strong understanding of P&L management, labour control, and compliance standards
• Inspirational leadership skills - able to motivate and manage remote teams effectively
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Strong commercial awareness and a passion for delivering outstanding food & service
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region

Why join Compass Group?

• Be part of the market leader in contract catering
• Work in a supportive, inclusive environment that values innovation and collaboration
• Excellent career progression opportunities across our diverse business sectors
• Access to a range of employee benefits including bonus schemes, car allowance, pension and Learning & Development programs

If you're a results-driven catering leader who's ready to take the next step in your career with a company that invests in people and rewards success, apply now and join Compass Group UK&I in shaping the future of contract catering.