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Operations Manager

Job Reference com/2909/97901001/52836487/SU

Number of Positions:
1
Contract Type:
Full Time
Salary:
£32500 per annum
Working Hours:
40
Location:
Sheffield
Closing Date:
29/10/2026
Job Category:
Other
Business Sector:
Compass Group UK
Sub Sector:
Compass Group UK

What you'll be doing:

An exciting opportunity for an Operations Manager to join a vibrant site in Sheffield!

The role will take ownership of the day-to-day operation. This is a highly visible, front-facing position, working closely with senior leaders and managing the overall client relationship. 

The site operates a breakfast and lunch restaurant, alongside ad hoc hospitality, events and vending.  

What you’ll be doing:  

  • Lead the day-to-day front-of-house operation and ensure consistently high service standards. 
  • Manage, motivate and develop the FOH team, including briefings, training and performance. 
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders. 
  • Lead hospitality and event delivery, from planning through to on-the-day execution. 
  • Oversee compliance, food safety, H&S, stock, purchasing, labour and operational controls. 
  • Monitor customer feedback, sales and performance and identify opportunities to improve. 
  • Challenge existing ways of working and drive higher standards across the operation. 
  • Work closely with the wider team to deliver the overall site strategy. 

What you’ll need to succeed:  

  • Experience in B&I / contract catering or high-quality hospitality. 
  • Ready to take the next step into an Operations Manager role. 
  • Strong character, confidence and resilience, with the ability to make difficult decisions. 
  • Comfortable challenging the status quo and changing established ways of working. 
  • Strong client-facing and stakeholder-management skills, with confidence engaging senior leaders. 
  • Good operational, commercial and people-management experience. 
  • Passionate about food, hospitality and delivering high standards. 
  • Hospitality/event experience is important; fine dining or plated dining experience is not essential. 

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

  • Free meals
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
  • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
  • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
  • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
  • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
  • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
  • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
  • You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families