Regional School Operations Leader

Impact Food Group; Andover; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car Allowance

Annual Leave 25 days

Life Assurance

Company Pension

Healthcare

Learning Platform

Wellbeing Programme

Electric Car Scheme

Discounts

Company Events

Job summary

Impact Food Group is seeking an experienced Regional Operations Manager to oversee Area Managers across a portfolio of schools. This field-based role requires regular travel to sites in Hampshire, Wiltshire, Andover and Bristol, ensuring Dolce standards are met and financial targets achieved.

You will lead multi-site teams, develop staff engagement, and drive high-quality food and service. A full UK driving licence, strong communication, and a people-first leadership style are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing others in a fast-paced environment.
• Multi-site management experience, especially in schools or similar settings.
• Excellent communication and IT literacy; full UK driving licence.
• Some catering/food hygiene qualification is a bonus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage Area Managers portfolios across multi-client, multi-site contracts.
• Ensure all schools within region operate within Dolce standards and perform well.
• Achieve financial targets while maintaining high-quality operations and client satisfaction.
• Inspire and support Area Managers to deliver first-class service and high staff engagement.
• Maintain effective communication between Dolce and schools at all times.
• Complete regular quality audits and kitchen checks as directed by Dolce protocols.
• Ensure Area Managers understand menu ingredients, methods and portions for staff training.
• Report to the Regional Operations Director.

Skills

People Leadership

Multi-site Management

Client Relationships

Communication

Driving Licence

IT Literacy

Education

Food Hygiene Qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Impact Food Group is seeking an experienced Regional Operations Manager to oversee Area Managers across a portfolio of schools. This field-based role requires regular travel to sites in Hampshire, Wiltshire, Andover and Bristol, ensuring Dolce standards are met and financial targets achieved.

You will lead multi-site teams, develop staff engagement, and drive high-quality food and service. A full UK driving licence, strong communication, and a people-first leadership style are essential.