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Account Lead
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City Of London, Central London, Greater London, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-28
Listing for:
COREcruitment Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-28
Job specializations:
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Hospitality / Hotel / Catering
Hotel Management, Catering, Event Management & Planning
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Account Lead
- London
- Commercial Contract Catering - up to £70k
I'm excited to be working with a leading contract caterer who is seeking an experienced, commercially focused Account Lead to take responsibility for a prestigious catering and hospitality operation in London.
This is a high‑profile leadership position within one of the organisation's most diverse and dynamic operations, spanning retail dining, coffee bars, à la carte restaurants, hospitality and events.
The Role- Leading the overall financial, operational and service performance of the account.
- Driving revenue growth, profitability and continuous commercial improvement.
- Managing budgets, forecasting, labour, cost control and financial reporting.
- Leading the planning and delivery of a significant and varied events programme.
- Providing visible, inspiring leadership across multiple departments.
- Building and maintaining strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders.
- Identifying opportunities to enhance the guest experience, increase sales and improve operational efficiency.
- Ensuring consistently high standards across food quality, presentation, customer service, food safety, health & safety and regulatory compliance.
- Proven experience leading large, multi-disciplinary teams, including managers and supervisors.
- Strong commercial and financial management skills, with a track record of delivering successful, high-volume hospitality, events operations and B&I Contract Catering.
- Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence at a senior level.
- A strong track record in people leadership, employee engagement, performance management and talent development.
- Experience managing complex, multi-service hospitality environments.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
- A visible, inspirational and approachable leadership style.
- Resilience, strong commercial awareness and a genuine passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
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