Remote Catering Operations Manager

Placements24; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits for a远

Autonomy to shape service area

Flexible schedule and location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Catering Operations Manager to lead virtual catering services and drive efficiency across a distributed team. You will optimize workflows, manage budgets, and ensure high-quality delivery while scaling the online catering platform.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive experience in operations or logistics, and a track record of managing remote teams. This is a remote position with autonomy and opportunities for growth within a growing service area.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management with focus on logistics, supply chain, or food service operations.
• Proven experience managing remote or distributed teams effectively.
• Strong leadership, strategic planning and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent understanding of operational best practices and technology solutions in the service industry.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and drive operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a remote team of catering coordinators and support staff to ensure operational excellence.
• Develop, implement, and refine operational processes and policies for seamless remote catering delivery.
• Oversee inventory management, order fulfillment, and quality control for all virtual catering services.
• Build and maintain relationships with catering partners and third-party delivery providers.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, measure performance, and drive improvements.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and ensure profitability across all remote catering operations.

Skills

Remote team leadership

Operations management

Logistics & supply chain

Budget management

Strategic planning

Problem solving

Vendor relationships

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and experienced Remote Catering Operations Manager to lead their virtual catering operations. This position will oversee the entirety of the remote service delivery, ensuring efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction from anywhere. You will be responsible for managing a remote team, optimizing operational workflows, developing vendor relationships, and implementing strategies to scale our client's online catering services. This is a critical role for a leader who can drive success in a distributed team environment, shaping the future of accessible, high-quality catering.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a remote team of catering coordinators and support staff to ensure operational excellence.
• Develop, implement, and refine operational processes and policies for seamless remote catering delivery.
• Oversee inventory management, order fulfillment, and quality control for all virtual catering services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with a network of catering partners and third-party delivery providers.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, measure performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage budgets, control costs, and ensure profitability across all remote catering operations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations management, with a significant focus on logistics, supply chain, or food service operations.
• Proven experience managing remote or distributed teams effectively.
• Strong leadership, strategic planning, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent understanding of operational best practices and technology solutions in the service industry.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and drive operational efficiency.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for a remote position.
• Significant autonomy and the opportunity to shape a growing service area.
• Flexible work schedule and location.
• Professional development opportunities and potential for career advancement.
• Be at the forefront of innovation in the catering technology sector.