Operations Director - Maternity Cover

We have an exciting phase of growth ahead, and we're looking for a bold, entrepreneurial senior leader to join us on a maternity cover contract for up to 12 months. This is a unique opportunity to step into a senior role with real influence-leading across a diverse portfolio of catering contracts while helping shape the future of a fast-growing organisation.

This role is about more than maintaining standards; it's about raising them. You'll take ownership of your own business portfolio, lead and inspire a team of senior professionals, and play a key role in driving meaningful change, strengthening client partnerships, and delivering results that truly matter!

While this position is initially offered as a fixed-term maternity cover, there may be future progression opportunities within the business for the successful candidate as we continue to grow.

Key Responsibilities

Make it happen: Drive smart, smooth, high-quality operations across all sites

Keep clients happy: Build solid relationships and grow the business

Ops pro with hands-on experience in catering, hospitality, or food services

Inspiring leader who knows how to manage and motivate multi-site teams

Commercially sharp with a solid grip on budgets, forecasts, and financials

People person with standout communication and relationship-building skills

Strategic thinker who's driven by results and passionate about delivering top-notch service

Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together. Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Competitive package

Multiple Pension Plan options

Clear Career development plans

Travel deals for your 27 days holiday PLUS bank holidays

Grocery discounts

Up to 44% off cinema tickets

Free wellness classes