Operations Manager - Education Catering (Hertfordshire) Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 DOE + Car Allowance + Bonus Full-time | 40 hours per week | 52 weeks per year Ready to take your career to the next level in a role where you can make a real impact on the future generation's food experience? Our client, a market-leading contract catering company with a passion for transforming school food, is on the hunt for a dynamic Operations Manager to join their growing team. Known for their creativity, innovation, and commitment to excellence in education catering, this is a business that's redefining what school meals can be. As an Operations Manager, you'll be responsible for overseeing a portfolio of Primary and Secondary school contracts across the Home Counties. Your mission? To ensure that every meal served is not only delicious and on-trend but also delivered with the highest standards of care and service.

What You'll Be Doing

Leading, inspiring and developing a team of site managers to deliver outstanding food and service

Driving contract performance and ensuring services exceed client and customer expectations

Monitoring and managing budgets while ensuring operational efficiency and quality aren't compromised

Keeping food quality aligned with current food trends and children's preferences

Playing a key role in client relationship management, retention, and new business development

Ensuring full compliance with all Health & Safety, food hygiene, and safeguarding procedures

What We're Looking For

You're already an experienced operator in the education catering sector, with a strong track record of managing multiple sites. You bring: A passion for great food and service

Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development and motivation

Commercial awareness and the ability to drive performance and profitability

Excellent communication and client management skills

A process-driven mindset with the ability to maintain high standards across all operations

Why You'll Love This Role

This isn't just another job - it's a chance to join a company where people come first and progression is part of the package. Here's what you can expect: Competitive salary, car allowance, and bonus scheme

A fresh new benefits programme, including private healthcare, enhanced parental leave, and even your birthday off

Industry-leading learning and development opportunities

The chance to shape the future of school meals - and the future of a growing business

Please note: All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, in line with the company's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

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