At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire teams while driving high-quality operations across diverse catering contracts.
- Company: Join a fast-growing organisation committed to excellence in hospitality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, multiple pension options, travel deals, grocery discounts, and wellness classes.
- Other info: Embrace a culture that values diversity and empowers you to thrive.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a senior role with opportunities for future progression.
- Qualifications: Experience in catering or hospitality, strong leadership, and financial acumen.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Maternity Cover - up to 12 months. We have an exciting phase of growth ahead, and we’re looking for a bold, entrepreneurial senior leader to join us on a maternity cover contract for up to 12 months. This is a unique opportunity to step into a senior role with real influence—leading across a diverse portfolio of catering contracts while helping shape the future of a fast-growing organisation.
This role is about more than maintaining standards; it’s about raising them. You’ll take ownership of your own business portfolio, lead and inspire a team of senior professionals, and play a key role in driving meaningful change, strengthening client partnerships, and delivering results that truly matter! While this position is initially offered as a fixed-term maternity cover, there may be future progression opportunities within the business for the successful candidate as we continue to grow.
Key Responsibilities
- Make it happen: Drive smart, smooth, high-quality operations across all sites
- Keep clients happy: Build solid relationships and grow the business
- Know the Numbers: Own budgets, forecasts, and profitability
- Lead the Way: Motivate and grow amazing teams
- Think Ahead: Spot trends, spark ideas, and stay ahead of the game
Who are we looking for?
- Ops pro with hands-on experience in catering, hospitality, or food services
- Inspiring leader who knows how to manage and motivate multi-site teams
- Commercially sharp with a solid grip on budgets, forecasts, and financials
- People person with standout communication and relationship-building skills
- Strategic thinker who’s driven by results and passionate about delivering top-notch service
Why work for us?
- Competitive package
- Multiple Pension Plan options
- Clear Career development plans
- Travel deals for your 27 days holiday PLUS bank holidays
- Grocery discounts
- Up to 44% off cinema tickets
- Free wellness classes
About Us
Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplaces as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.
Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!
Operations Director - Maternity Cover in London employer: Restaurant Associates
At Restaurant Associates, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and excellence are at the forefront. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through clear career development plans and a competitive benefits package, including multiple pension options and generous holiday deals. Join us in shaping the future of hospitality while enjoying a culture that values diversity and empowers every team member to thrive.
