Operations Director Food Services

4 weeks ago


Otley, United Kingdom Elior Full time
About the Role

This position sits within our award-winning brand, Caterplus, one of the UK's leading catering services specialising in the care sector. Making a difference to local people, we pride ourselves on crafting superb environments for the over 55 community.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Operations Director Food Services to join our team. As a key member of our senior leadership team, you will be responsible for proactively managing teams on site, recruiting, inducting, training, and supporting colleagues to deliver an efficient, high-quality service to Elior UK, our customer and clients.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Motivating and managing a team to deliver exceptional results
  • Controlling and managing budgets to achieve operational excellence
  • Accountable for ensuring ongoing team communications, including building internal and external relationships, management reporting, and client liaison
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary range of £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Generous Rewards & Benefits:

  • FREE On-Site Lunches: Enjoy delicious and healthy meals every day at work
  • Flexible Working: Balance work and personal life with our flexible working hours
  • Holiday Allowance: Start with 28 days of holiday to relax and recharge, increasing to 31 days after two years of service
  • Family Leave: Prioritise your family commitments with our family leave options designed to support you during important times
  • Paid Charity Leave: Make a difference in your community with paid time off to volunteer for your favourite causes
  • Opportunities for Career Progression: Grow and advance your career with us, supported by continuous learning and development opportunities
  • Comprehensive Wellbeing Benefits: Access mental health support and a range of wellbeing benefits to keep you feeling your best, both professionally and personally
  • Life Assurance & Pension Schemes: Secure your future with our life assurance and workplace pension schemes
  • Exclusive Discounts & Perks: Enjoy discounts and cashback on entertainment, leisure activities, and much more, alongside our popular cycle-to-work scheme
About Us

Elior is a multi-award-winning people business and one of the UK's leading contract caterers, with over 10,000 colleagues operating across a diverse range of sectors including workplaces, sporting venues, attractions, public sector, health, care, and education.

We're committed to creating a culture of respect, inclusion, and belonging for all. Our purpose is to enrich lives everywhere, every day. We believe it's our differences that make us stronger and enrich our work environment, making Elior a great place to work.



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