Head of Operations in London

Head of Operations in London

London Full-Time 80000 - 80000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
C

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead operations at a vibrant hospitality venue, ensuring top-notch customer experiences and team performance.
  • Company: Join an iconic F&B venue in London with a reputation for excellence.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary of Β£80K plus benefits, with opportunities for career growth.
  • Other info: Must be flexible for weekend work and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Why this job: Be at the forefront of hospitality, driving innovation and creating memorable experiences.
  • Qualifications: Proven leadership in hospitality operations and strong stakeholder management skills.

The predicted salary is between 80000 - 80000 Β£ per year.

This role requires weekend work – please only apply if you are happy to do this.

My client is an iconic F&B hospitality venue who are seeking a Head of Operations to join their team. The successful Head of Operations will be responsible for ensuring the seamless day-to-day running of the venue while driving commercial performance, operational excellence and an outstanding customer experience.

This is a senior leadership role for a commercially minded operator who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume hospitality environments and has experience managing multiple stakeholders under one roof. This is the perfect role for a high performing Operations leader looking to join a reputable business who can offer greater responsibility and exposure, in order to progress their career.

Responsibilities include:

  • Lead all venue operations, ensuring exceptional standards across customer experience, cleanliness, safety and presentation.
  • Manage and develop a multidisciplinary operations team, creating a high-performance culture built on accountability and collaboration.
  • Act as the primary operational contact for all vendors, building strong relationships and ensuring compliance with venue standards and agreements.
  • Drive revenue growth and profitability through operational efficiencies, strategic initiatives and performance monitoring.
  • Oversee facilities management, maintenance, security, health & safety and regulatory compliance.
  • Develop and implement operational policies, procedures and service standards.
  • Work closely with marketing, events and commercial teams to deliver successful activations, seasonal campaigns and large-scale events.
  • Monitor operational KPIs, budgets and financial performance, providing regular reporting and recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Lead incident management, risk assessment and business continuity planning.
  • Champion innovation and continuous improvement across all areas of the venue.

The Ideal Head of Operations Candidate:

  • Significant senior operations leadership experience within hospitality, food halls, markets, mixed-use venues, leisure destinations or large-scale visitor attractions.
  • Proven experience managing multiple operators, tenants, concessions or stakeholder groups.
  • Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, forecasts and operational performance.
  • Excellent leadership skills with a track record of building, motivating and developing teams – a genuine passion for team management is needed.
  • Deep understanding of health & safety, licensing, compliance and facilities management.
  • Confident communicator with outstanding stakeholder management skills.
  • Calm under pressure and comfortable operating in a dynamic, high-footfall environment.
  • Passionate about hospitality, customer experience and creating destination venues that people love.
  • Must be happy to work outside for extended periods of time.
  • Must be happy to work some weekends.

If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your CV to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / mikey@corecruitment.com

Head of Operations in London employer: COREcruitment Ltd

COREcruitment Ltd offers an exceptional opportunity for a Managing Director in the vibrant hospitality sector of Greater London, where innovation meets tradition. With a strong emphasis on employee development and a collaborative work culture, the company fosters an environment that encourages strategic thinking and operational excellence. Employees benefit from competitive remuneration, comprehensive training programmes, and the chance to lead high-performing teams in a dynamic market, making it a truly rewarding place to advance your career.

C

Contact Details:

COREcruitment Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Head of Operations in London

Operational Leadership
Commercial Acumen
Team Management
Stakeholder Management
Health & Safety Compliance
Facilities Management
Budget Management