Role: Catering Operations Manager
Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, UK
Salary: £45,000 circa (dependant on experience)
Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Please note: access to your own transport is essential for this position.

Overview and Opportunity:

Achieve Hospitality are delighted to be partnering with a family-friendly destination, that offers a range of activities and also houses luxury lodges, glamping tents, and an onsite Restaurant.

They are keen for an experienced Farm Catering Operations Manager to join a dynamic, forward-thinking, and rapidly growing, passionate and supportive team.
Set in a stunning location, this role is perfect for a motivated, adaptable professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. You’ll enjoy the freedom to make decisions, solve problems, and manage your own time – all while contributing to an exciting and progressive workplace with real opportunities for growth.

 
Role Responsibilities:

• Lead all on-site catering and event operations, including oversight of the management team
• Identify and implement new initiatives to drive sales and increase revenue
• Promote best practices and provide guidance to support the management team
• Manage labour, inventory, and all associated costs and budgets effectively
• Recruit, train, and develop team members to ensure high performance
• Uphold company standards, ensuring compliance with systems and procedures
• Collaborate closely with the kitchen team to ensure seamless operations
• Ensure exceptional customer service is consistently delivered
• Boost sales through strategic up-selling and outstanding service

Candidate Requirements: 

• Experience as a multi-site restaurant/catering/hospitality manager in high volume operations
• Strong financial & commercial acumen – P & L accountability
• Excellent people, communication, organisation and people management skills
• A hands-on lead from the front approach and a very keen eye for detail
• An intrinsic understanding of legislation & compliance
• The ability to motivate and enthuse people and teams to deliver results
• Strong leadership, coaching, performance management and people development skills
• A positive and outgoing personality and outlook
• IT literate – working with systems & process.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary – up to £45,000 circa (dependant on experience)
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Store discount

How to Apply 
To apply for this role, please send your CV/resume to: laura.iveson@achievehospitality.com