Director of Operations

Operations Director World-Class Catering Company Education Sector
Salary: £90,000 DOE
Location: National - Travel is essential
Off to Work are assisting in the recruitment of an experienced Operations Director for a contract caterer operating in the Education sector. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a very well-regarded business that has an excellent reputation for bringing innovative catering solutions to students of all ages. As a company, they are passionately food led and believe in offering the highest levels of customer service to their clients.
Our client provides bespoke catering solutions to brands operating in the upper echelons of their fields. The business is worth circa £115m turnover and features a mix of student dining, retail, events, hospitality, and fine dining options. The Operations Director will be hands-on as well as setting the strategic direction of the business with the board. Experience of managing similar volume turnover and leadership of a team of senior managers is vital.
As expected, the Operations Director will be immaculately presented and at ease in this demanding and competitive environment. Critically, our client is looking for an individual with natural presence and charisma to build great relationships across the current portfolio. It is vital you come from a similar background in multi-site catering management within the contract catering industry.
Key Responsibilities:
Hands-on management of daily operations
Setting strategic direction with the board
Leadership of senior managers
Building and maintaining client relationships
Salary: circa £90,000 DOE plus bonuses linked to company profitability
Schedule: Monday-Friday
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