Operations Manager

Company: Talent Hive
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Location: Reading
Job Description:

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The Company

  • A fast-growing Education Contract Caterer which is operated by industry professionals who care about both their employee, and client reputation.
  • Regionally recognition group with numerous awards for innovation & quality.
  • A market leader within the education contract catering sector.

The Package

  • Up to £60,000 per annum basic salary
  • Company Car – Allowance
  • Bonus
  • Enhanced pension
  • Private medical insurance
  • 33 days annual leave

The Job Role

  • Operations Manager to oversee 10 education contracts in Berkshire & Oxfordshire
  • To manage and oversee the food offering, service standards and client experience.
  • The Operations Manager will be responsible for P&L, stock management, cost control and effective labour scheduling.
  • To recruit, train, motivate, manage and develop your team to maximise talent.
  • To report into an Operations Director.

The Requirements

  • A proven Operations Manager within contract catering
  • Previous background as an Operations Manager within contract catering is essential, be that in Education or B&I
  • A passionate foodie
  • The successful Operations Manager will be a self-starter with a passion for people development.
  • A strong commercial acumen to maximise revenue, as well as a sound understanding of revenue, budget and cost analysis.

The Location

  • To be based within 10 miles of Reading or Oxford ideally
  • A regional ‘road based’ role within the above areas.

Please note, due to the high volume of interest in this exciting opportunity, only successful candidates will be contacted

Contact Details

Consultant: Will GennardTelephone: 07817325879Email: will@talenthive.co.ukWeb: www.talenthive.co.uk

Talent Hive are specialist recruiters within the Hospitality & Catering sector, if you would like a confidential chat about your career, please contact us on 0121 448 2260.

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Posted: April 5th, 2026