Permanent | Full Time | 40 hours per week|Including evenings and weekends Onsite at hub with occasional travel The Hub Operations Manager leads the day-to-day running of our community café and events operation, making sure every customer enjoys a warm welcome and a high-quality experience. Working closely with the Hub General Manager, the role grows the Hub as a thriving, welcoming space that brings the community together, supports Trusted Customer Services and contributes to Curo’s financial resilience. It’s a hands-on leadership role for someone who takes ownership, brings ideas and helps shape what the Hub becomes. Manage the day-to-day café and events catering operation, keeping standards of product quality, customer experience and service consistency high at all times. Take on duty management shifts and deputise for the Hub General Manager when they’re away, leading the venue confidently and safely. Maintain effective inventory and stock control, keeping waste to a minimum and stock at the right levels. Keep equipment, facilities and the overall site looking their best, so the Hub is always somewhere people want to be. Customer Experience and Community Keep an eye on market trends and customer preferences, using what you learn to keep the Hub’s offer fresh and relevant. Commercial and Financial Performance Develop and deliver business plans that grow sales, profitability and customer satisfaction. Support strong financial performance through budgeting, reporting and cost control. Manage labour costs, scheduling and rota planning with the Front of House team, Duty Managers and General Manager, keeping the operation efficient. Health, Safety and Compliance Make sure the venue meets all health, safety and hygiene standards, maintaining a 5 star Food Standards Agency rating and strong general venue health and safety. Put in place and uphold clear operational policies and procedures. Recruit, train and supervise Front of House and Back of House team members and a pool of casual staff, building a capable and motivated team. Support your team’s development through coaching, performance reviews and career progression planning. Hands-on kitchen experience, with the ability to provide chef and kitchen cover during holidays, absence or busy periods to maintain operations. A good working knowledge of health, safety and food hygiene standards. Experience handling people-related matters such as team meetings and performance reviews. A solid grasp of KPIs, labour percentages and basic financial reporting, with the awareness to support forecasting and cost control. Competitive salary and opportunities for pay progression ~26 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) rising to 29 days after 3 years ~ Your birthday off as an extra holiday ~ Up to 10% matched pension contribution ~ Flexible benefits including options such as Health Cash Plan or gym membership ~ Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support ~ Full training and development with opportunities for career progression We're a leading South West housing association with social purpose at our heart. We provide affordable homes and create positive futures in our communities. We're proud to be among the UK's top 100 companies to work for, and the 5th best housing association nationwide. We're committed to making our recruitment process accessible to everyone - if you need any adjustments to help you apply or interview, please contact our recruitment team at
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Operational Hub Manager in Bath, Somerset employer: Curo
Curo is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where team leaders can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the community. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, generous benefits including 26 days of annual leave plus your birthday off, and opportunities for professional growth, Curo fosters a culture of collaboration and excellence in delivering high-quality housing services. Located in the South West, employees benefit from being part of a leading housing association that prioritises social purpose and community engagement.
