Senior Operations Manager

ZipRecruiter; Northampton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the catering sector is seeking a Senior Operations Manager in Northamptonshire to oversee a large team and education contracts. The role involves mentorship, contract management, and client relationship building, aimed at driving service excellence in state education catering. Candidates should have substantial Contract Catering experience and a strong leadership presence.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Contract Catering, preferably within state education.
• Exceptional communication and leadership abilities.
• Financially astute with a passion for service and standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a large team of Operations Managers and education contracts.
• Drive contract mobilisations, retention, and development.
• Mentor and onboard senior team members.
• Engage in the tender process and develop client relationships.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Education

Degree

Job description

Job Description

Senior Operations Manager - Northamptonshire - £65,000 + Great Package

We are recruiting for a Senior Operations Manager overseeing a large team and a portfolio of education contracts within a growing Contract Caterer.

This is a pivotal role for the business and requires a senior operator who has extensive experience within state education Contract Catering.

About the role –

• Overseeing an established team of Operations Managers and a portfolio of education contracts
• Contract mobilisations, retention and development are a key part of this role
• Mentoring, onboarding, and training your senior team
• You will be involved in the tender process as the company grows
• Building and developing client relationships

Ideal Senior Operations Manager -

• Contract Catering experience at a senior level is a must, ideally within state education
• Excellent communication skills
• A ‘can do' attitude and a genuine love for catering
• Your passion will be service and standards
• Financially astute
• You will be an outstanding leader, motivator and have a degree of gravitas
• A deep understanding of delivering for demanding clients

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Dan at COREcruitment dot com

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