We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Central Production Unit (CPU) Operations Manager with a genuine passion for food, innovation and delivering the highest standards of quality and service. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing central production operation, supporting an exclusive portfolio of high-calibre clients across London. The successful candidate will combine strong operational leadership with a creative, entrepreneurial mindset, driving growth, identifying new commercial opportunities and developing exciting concepts that continually enhance and expand our offering. You will be passionate about contemporary fresh food, operational excellence and building exceptional client relationships. A natural leader, you will enjoy inspiring and developing people, collaborating with culinary teams and creating a positive, motivating culture where quality, innovation and commercial success go hand in hand. Working as part of our exceptional leadership team, you will play a key role in shaping the future of the CPU, ensuring operational efficiency, outstanding food standards and seamless service delivery, while identifying opportunities to add value, strengthen partnerships and grow the business. Lead CPU Operations: Oversee the entire central production operation, from kitchen production and food quality through to logistics, distribution and client relationships, ensuring exceptional standards, efficiency and seamless service delivery. Drive Commercial Growth: Identify and develop new commercial opportunities, build strong client partnerships and implement strategies to grow revenue, increase profitability and expand the business. Develop Creative Concepts: Work closely with our culinary and creativity teams to develop innovative menus, introduce new products and food concepts, and find exciting ways to evolve and expand our offering in response to client needs and emerging market trends. Manage Financial Performance: Take full accountability for the CPU's P we craft exceptional, food-focused experiences tailored just for you. With our commitment to openness and transparency, you can trust that every aspect of our service is handled with care and expertise. Thomas Franks London is a chef-led business. To us, this means boundless creativity, energy, passion and fun. Our inclusive culture grows talent within, allowing freedom for our people to feed their ambitions. Delivering tasty, flavour-packed food dish after dish is only possible through our meticulously curated London Larder with access to the prime pick of the city and its surrounding produce., Thomas Franks is a founder led, fresh food catering business with a focus on excellence and service delivered with individuality, passion and style. We are unique in every approach and our clients, and our people are paramount to our daily success. All applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have the Right to Work in the UK to be considered for this role. Diversity and Inclusion at Thomas Franks We actively encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds and continue to develop a culture of growth and inclusion and would like to invite applications from groups who are currently under-represented, because we believe greater diversity leads to exceptional results and provides a better working life. Wider wallet scheme (discounts at major retailers, restaurants, gyms etc). Free meals on duty Volunteers leave - up to one day per year. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave. Cycle to work scheme. Recommend a friend bonus. Unrivalled individual training and development. Well established apprenticeship programme. Team
CPU Operations Manager - London employer: Thomas Franks Ltd
Thomas Franks is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture where teamwork and passion for food are at the forefront. Located in Maidenhead, this independent day school catering service provides excellent employee benefits, including free meals on duty, unrivalled training opportunities, and a commitment to career progression within a supportive environment. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values diversity and fosters personal growth while serving our wonderful customers.
