Job Description
Operations Manager Benefits
– Competitive salary of £40-45k plus car (no car allowance)
– Higher mileage rate if you use your own car (40p)
– Term-time only role (41-43 weeks per year)
– 1-year death in service benefit
– Nest pension scheme
– No holidays during term time
Are you an experienced operator with a passion for excellence in state school catering? My client, a leading provider catering to mainly primary schools, is looking to employ an Operations Manager with a commitment to delivering nutritious meals and exceptional service across Lewwisham, Bexley, Redbridge, Essex, and Dartford.
As Operations Manager, you will have overall responsibility for 30 schools, however an area manager reporting into you, will take day to day responsibility for 15 of them, ensuring seamless service delivery and client satisfaction.
Operations Manager Responsibilities:
Full P&L responsibility with no forecasts and budgets
– Implementing annual price increases with support
– Building and nurturing client relationships
– Providing mentorship and guidance to the area manager, fostering their development into an operations role
– Leveraging your experience and understanding of state education catering to drive excellence
Operations Manager Experience and Skills Requirements:
– Established operator with state school catering experience
– A craft/chef background is beneficial but not essential
– Strong team leadership and mentorship skills
– Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
– Full UK driving license with willingness to travel within designated areas
