Operations Manager

2 weeks ago


Oxford OX, Oxford, United Kingdom Elior Part time
Join our team

Are you a passionate Operations Manager? If so, we'd love you to join our team

This role 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. By contributing to our customer's social life & fostering friendships, our quality & locally sourced food is matched only by the warmth of our customer service.

We are open to discussion on salary plus 15% KPI performance-related bonus and company car


What you'll be doing...

Are you ready to lead with passion and drive standards to new heights?

We are looking for a dedicated Operations Manager to join our team covering the Nottingham/ Oxford and Midlands area. If you have a knack for managing clients and inspiring diverse internal teams, including General Managers, this is the role for you

Why You'll Love This Role: As an Operations Manager, you'll have a comprehensive support network to help you thrive. Your commercial awareness and leadership skills will be the key to driving continuous growth and success.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead and Inspire: Coach site managers and service champions within your area, fostering a culture of excellence and motivation.
  • Drive Financial Growth: Utilise innovative strategies for cost control and menu planning within specified budgets to create a platform for financial success.
  • Oversee Excellence: Ensure outstanding site management and operational standards across all locations.
  • Recruit and Develop Talent: Attract and nurture top-tier site managers, building a high-calibre team that excels.
  • Build Strong Relationships: Cultivate and maintain strong internal and external relationships through regular client liaison.

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday

What can you bring?

Your Skills and Experience:
  • Proven experience in contract catering in a field-based role.
  • Exceptional leadership qualities with the ability to inspire and motivate a large, diverse team.
  • Confidence in handling numbers and managing profit and loss.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement competitive retail strategies
  • A background in a similar sector is desirable but not essential.

Ready to Make an Impact? If you're excited about leading a team to drive retail standards and fostering a motivating culture, we want to hear from you.

Join us and be a part of a company where your leadership can truly shine



Our way of saying thank you...

At Elior, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel appreciated & rewarded, which is why we offer generous rewards & benefits in exchange for your dedicated efforts.

We are open to discussion on salary plus 15% KPI performance-related bonus and company car

FREE On-Site Lunches: Enjoy complimentary lunches, saving you time & money while ensuring you stay nourished & energised throughout the day.

Support Your Way of Life:

  • Flexible Working: We offer full-time & part-time roles, with varying shift patterns across the business. Allowing colleagues the flexibility to balance their personal & professional commitments
  • Holiday Allowance: Relax & recharge with 28 days holiday, increasing to 31 days after two years service
  • Family Leave: Prioritise family commitments with flexible leave options
  • Paid Charity Leave: Make a positive impact with two additional paid days for charity work

Big Enough for Growth, Small Enough to Connect:

  • Opportunities for career progression while developing a close-knit community

Supporting You Through Life's Ups & Downs:

  • Access mental health support & comprehensive wellbeing benefits

Keeping Finances & Wellbeing in Mind:

  • Life assurance, workplace pension schemes, discounts, cashback, entertainment, leisure discounts, & a cycle-to-work scheme


Why it's great to work for 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 & Office Space
  • Sporting Venues & Stadiums
  • Attraction & Heritage Sites
  • Public Sector & Defence
  • Health, Care & Hospitals
  • Schools, Colleges & Universities

Along with our purpose of enriching lives everywhere, every day, we're committed to an inclusive culture and want our people to feel appreciated, supported, and fulfilled.

That's why 85% of colleagues tell us how proud they are to work for us


Elior Celebrates Equality

Our aim is to celebrate a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion, continuing to make Elior a great place to work

Every colleague has a distinctive set of values, skills, and aspirations. To ensure that we attract, develop, and retain best people from the widest possible talent pool we're committed to providing an inclusive environment where our colleagues fulfil their potential and have the opportunity to succeed.



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