Operations Director
19 days ago
Exeter
Our client is a leading supplier of catering services to a number of schools and education trusts across the South West. As the business continues to expand, we’re looking for an experienced Operations Director to join our team and oversee a portfolio of education sites across the South West. This is a field‑based role, supporting and inspiring teams across multiple locations, so flexibility to travel is essential (car provided.) The region is South Wales, Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Dorset, Hampshire and Wiltshire. As an Operations Director, you will: Lead, motivate, and develop Area Managers, Chef Managers and on‑site teams Build strong, professional relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders Champion great food and exceptional service standards Deliver high‑quality operational performance across multiple sites Provide confident financial oversight, including commercial and fixed‑price management Support recruitment, HR processes, and people development Lead a region of 5 area managers and 70+ sites 350 employees Increase School meal uptake, control costs & deliver business unit KPI’s Maintain & Grow our customer base through extensions and supporting Tenders/Business development. Lead on projects & contract mobilisations Represent the business with professionalism We’re looking for someone with: Experience as a multi-site Opera...