Strategic Catering Operations Leader – Field-Based Growth

Elior

United Kingdom

Remote

GBP 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Free, tasty meals
Flexible working
Generous holiday allowance
Paid volunteering days
Career development opportunities
Pension schemes and life assurance
Company car or car allowance
15% Annual Bonus

Job summary

A leading catering services provider in the United Kingdom is looking for an inspiring leader to drive growth across catering contracts. This field-based role requires strategic development, operational excellence, and financial management across multiple sites. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in contract catering and a strong ability to build client relationships. Competitive perks include flexible working, generous holidays, and a company car.

Qualifications

  • Extensive experience in contract catering within a multi-site, senior management role.
  • Proven track record of successfully building and maintaining client relationships.
  • Confidence in financial management, including P&L accountability.

Responsibilities

  • Drive growth and excellence across catering contracts.
  • Manage operational performance and financial growth.
  • Develop and implement a catering strategy in partnership with the Director of Concessions.

Skills

Contract catering experience
Client relationship building
Leadership and motivation
Financial management
Excellent communication

Job description

A leading catering services provider in the United Kingdom is looking for an inspiring leader to drive growth across catering contracts. This field-based role requires strategic development, operational excellence, and financial management across multiple sites. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in contract catering and a strong ability to build client relationships. Competitive perks include flexible working, generous holidays, and a company car.
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