Operations Manager - London

Operations Manager - London

London Full-Time No working from home possible
Compass Group PLC
# Vacancies Operations Manager - London## Job IntroductionAt **Vacherin** we celebrate diversity and embrace individuality. We genuinely like the people we work with, and love coming together to reset , refresh and have fun. We empower our people through togetherness , we give them the chance to shine and unlock their potential, and they fuel our strength and growth.Are you passionate about food ,drink and service ,want to be part of an award-winning hospitality team- and still make it home for dinner? We are looking for a **Operations Manager** to join our team.**Location: London (Require occasional visit in the region)****Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum****Working Pattern: 40 hours per week - Monday - Friday****What you will be doing:*** Overseeing day-to-day catering operations across a portfolio of sites within your region to begin* Leading, supporting, and developing on-site managers and teams to deliver outstanding service* Ensuring compliance with company policies, health & safety, food hygiene, and brand standards* Managing financial performance including budget control, forecasting, and cost efficiency* Building strong client relationships and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction* Supporting new site mobilisations and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives**Our ideal candidate:*** Proven operational experience in catering management, preferably within contract catering* A strong understanding of P&L management, labour control, and compliance standards* Inspirational leadership skills – able to motivate and manage remote teams effectively* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities* Strong commercial awareness and a passion for delivering outstanding food & service**What's in it for you?**Working with **Vacherin**has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.* Personal Development and Training opportunities* Life assurance scheme* Pension scheme* Holiday allowance* Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion* Eye care* A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance* Family friendly support* Regular social events and communication with our leaders* A holiday purchase scheme* Volunteering days* Professional subscriptions* Recognition schemes and people awards* Long service awards* Access to some great high street discount vouchersVacherin officially formed part of CH&CO Catering Group Ltd in 2021.Partnerships, Innovation, Integrity, Quality, FunApply+−Leaflet | OpenStreetMap contributors### Operations Manager - London* **Salary** £60,000 - £65,000 per annum* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** compass/TP/ / * **Contract Type** Full Time* **Closing Date** 15 August, 2026* **Job Category** Operations (Food)* **Business Unit** Vacherin* **Location** London, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 16 July, 2026
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Operations Manager - London employer: Compass Group PLC

Compass Group PLC is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Leeds where you can lead a passionate team and make a real impact on customer experiences. With a strong focus on employee development, competitive benefits including a pension scheme, and a culture that values high service standards, this role provides a unique opportunity to grow your career in the food service industry while driving profitability and creating memorable moments for guests.

Compass Group PLC

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Compass Group PLC Recruitment Team