General Manager: Strategic Operations Leader

Aramark; Cork; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Ireland in Cork invites an experienced General Manager to lead day-to-day operations and drive performance across all functions. You will shape strategy, develop a high-performing team, and ensure service excellence in a fast-paced hospitality and facilities environment.

The role requires minimum 5 years in senior management, strong financial acumen, budgeting, cost control, and a track record of change management and business development.

Qualifications

• Senior management experience with a corporate organisation.
• Strong financial management with P&L, budgeting and cost control.
• Excellent analytical, planning and decision-making abilities.
• Proven strategic planning and business development track record.
• Organisational, time management and communication skills.
• Proficient IT skills and ability to present to stakeholders, with change management experience.
• Knowledge of compliance, regulatory and health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the entire organisation.
• Oversee operations, manage budget, P&L, and cost control.
• Develop strategic plans for growth and market expansion.
• Lead staff development, change management, and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial management

P&L ownership

Budgeting

Cost control

Analytical skills

Strategic planning

Business development

Organizational skills

Time management

IT skills

Presentation

Communication

Change management

Health and safety awareness

Education

Professional qualification in management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Business management systems

Job description

Aramark Ireland in Cork invites an experienced General Manager to lead day-to-day operations and drive performance across all functions. You will shape strategy, develop a high-performing team, and ensure service excellence in a fast-paced hospitality and facilities environment.

The role requires minimum 5 years in senior management, strong financial acumen, budgeting, cost control, and a track record of change management and business development.