Operations Manager

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 My Learning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia,  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