Venue Operations Director Sec Glasgow - Glasgow

ESS; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Venue Director to oversee the Scottish Event Campus. This high-profile position requires a strategic leader passionate about hospitality and innovation, capable of delivering exceptional guest experiences and optimizing operational performance. Join us to lead a dynamic team in a prestigious venue at the heart of Scotland's entertainment scene.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a senior strategic leader in hospitality.
• Ability to manage complex operations and stakeholder relationships.
• Passionate about driving improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver operational and catering strategies.
• Build partnerships with senior stakeholders.
• Inspire and lead a dynamic team in hospitality delivery.
• Utilize data to optimize performance and growth.
• Champion innovations in food and beverage.

Skills

Leadership in hospitality

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Team development

Innovation in food and beverage

Job description

Overview

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.