Venue Operations Director SEC Glasgow

Compass Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Venue Director for the Scottish Event Campus in Glasgow. This role requires a dynamic leader to innovate food and beverage experiences in a high-profile venue, ensuring exceptional guest satisfaction and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food & beverage, excellent stakeholder management skills, and a passion for innovation. Join a team focused on creating legendary experiences in one of Europe's most prestigious venues.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Real Living Wage

Commitment to sustainability and inclusion

Qualifications

• Senior strategic leadership in premium food & beverage and hospitality.
• Experience managing complex operations and stakeholder relationships.
• Passion for improving guest experiences through innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of operational and catering strategy.
• Build partnerships with senior stakeholders to drive venue success.
• Inspire a dynamic team committed to exceptional food and hospitality.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Stakeholder Management

Innovation in Hospitality

Data-Driven Decision Making

Job description

Venue Director - Scottish Event Campus - Levy UK

At the heart of Scotland's live entertainment scene lies the Scottish Event Campus (SEC) - home to the world-renowned OVO Hydro, SEC Armadillo, and SEC Centre. Welcoming over 1.1 million guests annually, the SEC is one of Europe\'s most prestigious venues where unforgettable moments come alive every day.

Levy UK - the vibrant and exciting sector of Compass Group, the world\'s largest catering company - is seeking a forward-thinking Venue Director to lead and innovate the food and beverage experience at this iconic venue.

At Levy UK + Ireland, we don\'t just serve food - we deliver legendary experiences. We work at some of the greatest venues in the world, including Wimbledon, Twickenham, Tottenham Hotspur, Principality Stadium, ExCel London, and, of course, the SEC.

We\'re culinary champions passionate about sustainably sourced food and drink paired with exceptional service, all focused on creating legendary experiences. Sustainability, wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of everything we do. We\'re committed to reaching Net Zero by 2027, proudly partner with the British Paralympic Association, and pay all team members at least the Real Living Wage or London Living Wage.

About the Role

As Venue Director, you\'ll shape and deliver a cutting-edge food and drinks strategy that matches the prestige and ambition of the SEC. You\'ll lead a large, dynamic team to deliver premium, exciting, and first-class hospitality experiences that set the standard for world-class venues.

This high-profile role demands a forward-thinking, quality-driven leader passionate about innovation, operational excellence, and building a team culture that thrives on growth and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of the venue\'s operational and catering strategy, continually evolving the guest experience.
• Build strong partnerships with senior stakeholders and Levy leadership to drive venue success.
• Inspire and develop a high-energy team committed to delivering exceptional food, hospitality, and legendary experiences.
• Use data and insights to optimise financial performance, operational efficiency, and business growth.
• Champion innovation in food, beverage, and technology, keeping the SEC at the forefront of the hospitality industry.

Who We\'re Looking For

• A senior strategic leader in premium food & beverage and hospitality, experienced in managing complex operations and stakeholder relationships.
• Passionate about delivering outstanding guest experiences with a restless drive for improvement and innovation.
• Commercially savvy with strong financial acumen and a data-driven approach.
• A collaborative, resilient influencer who thrives in a fast-paced, high-profile environment.