Education Catering Operations Director Job at Caterlink (Leeds)

Education Catering Operations Director

Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist. For over 20 years, the Co...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

Not provided

Caterlink

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Background in client relationships and have a proven record in building and motivating teams, to meet key business targets
Successful progressive background in contract catering and hospitality
Strategic thinking and critical reasoning skills to set and implement the business strategy across the operations teams
Well-developed leadership skills, achieving results through others, building loyalty and a sense of belonging in the team
Exceptional communication skills (written/spoken/presentation) at all levels, both internally and externally
Commercially astute with a service delivery focus

Job Responsibility

Delivering against KPIs – Health and Safety, Retention, Quality and Finance
Leading teams and creating strong client relationships

What we offer

Competitive salary + performance related bonus
Company Car / Car Allowance
Private Health Care for your family with BUPA
33 Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
Eligibility to join our Workplace Pension Scheme with Aviva
Death in Service benefit
Bespoke training and development
A range of discounts and benefits available from high street shops to holidays and cinemas

Fulltime

Education Catering Operations Director

We are currently recruiting for experienced Operations Directors across our busi...

Location

United Kingdom , Reading

Salary:

Not provided

Caterlink

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Background in client relationships and have a proven record in building and motivating teams, to meet key business targets
Successful progressive background in contract catering and hospitality
Strategic thinking and critical reasoning skills to set and implement the business strategy across the operations teams
Well-developed leadership skills, achieving results through others, building loyalty and a sense of belonging in the team
Exceptional communication skills (written/spoken/presentation) at all levels, both internally and externally
Commercially astute with a service delivery focus

Job Responsibility

Delivering against KPIs – Health and Safety, Retention, Quality and Finance
Leading teams and creating strong client relationships

What we offer

Competitive salary + performance related bonus
Company Car / Car Allowance
Private Health Care for your family with BUPA
33 Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
Eligible to join our Workplace Pension Scheme with Aviva
Death in Service benefit
Bespoke training and development
A range of discounts and benefits available from high street shops to holidays and cinemas

Fulltime

Education Catering Operations Director

We are currently recruiting for experienced Operations Directors across our busi...

Location

United Kingdom , Field-based role, London

Salary:

Not provided

Caterlink

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Background in client relationships and have a proven record in building and motivating teams, to meet key business targets
Successful progressive background in contract catering and hospitality
Strategic thinking and critical reasoning skills to set and implement the business strategy across the operations teams
Well-developed leadership skills, achieving results through others, building loyalty and a sense of belonging in the team
Exceptional communication skills (written/spoken/presentation) at all levels, both internally and externally
Commercially astute with a service delivery focus

Job Responsibility

Delivering against KPIs – Health and Safety, Retention, Quality and Finance
Leading teams and creating strong client relationships

What we offer

Competitive salary + performance related bonus
Company Car / Car Allowance
Private Health Care for your family with BUPA
33 Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
Eligible to join our Workplace Pension Scheme with Aviva
Death in Service benefit
Bespoke training and development
A range of discounts and benefits available from high street shops to holidays and cinemas

Fulltime

Director, Suites & Catering

The Suites and Catering Director is a senior leader within the Premium departmen...

Location

Canada , Toronto

Salary:

100000.00 - 110000.00 CAD / Year

Legends Global

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Post-secondary education in relevant field is a definite asset
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in related field, hotel room service or catering/restaurant management in a supervisory or leadership role
Excellent communication skills both oral and written
Ability to multitask and time management skills
Ability to anticipate potential challenges and resolve customer issues quickly and within company perimeters
Team player – ability to mentor and motivate a large team with diverse backgrounds and levels
Ability to train, monitor, mentor and discipline hourly unionized staff
Smart Serve and WHIMS certification
Safe Food Handling certification
SMART Serve Trained

Job Responsibility

Lead the planning, development, and execution of Catering events by partnering with the Catering Manager, Culinary Leadership, and internal and external clients
Partner with the Senior Suites Manager and Culinary team to continuously elevate service standards, presentation, and the overall premium fan experience within Suites
Collaborate directly with clients to develop customized menus, event details, and service plans that meet and exceed expectations
Manage and maintain effective working relationships with subcontractors, TBJ Premium Sales, Ticketing, Marketing teams, and all applicable Rogers and TBJ stakeholders
Oversee accurate data entry and management of event and non-event menu orders within designated operating systems
Review food orders, menus, and production plans in collaboration with the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs to ensure quality, consistency, and operational efficiency
Coordinate food deliveries, staffing plans, and operational readiness for both event and non-event days
Directly oversee the hiring, training, scheduling, performance management, and discipline of Premium Services staff in accordance with Legends Global policies and applicable union collective agreements
Develop and implement departmental training programs focused on service standards, proper portioning, operational procedures, and continuous staff development
Maintain responsibility for daily inventory controls, par levels, product security, and accurate monthly reporting

What we offer

medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and RSP plan

Fulltime

Marketing Operations Manager

We’re looking for a Marketing Operations Manager who brings energy, operational ...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

37000.00 GBP / Year

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2+ years’ marketing experience, ideally in higher education, food service, hospitality, or contract catering
Strong operational marketing experience — managing multiple sites, deadlines, stakeholders, and fast-paced environments
Proven experience creating and executing data-led campaigns that demonstrate measurable impact
A strong understanding of Gen Z audiences — both home and international — and how they think, behave, and engage with food and campus life
Experience working in or alongside F&B operations, with an understanding of service flow, menu cycles, labour considerations, margins, operational feasibility
The ability to work confidently within commercial and operational frameworks, designing marketing activity that is achievable and profitable
Experience supporting or working within contract catering operations, ideally across multiple sites
Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence, guide, and bring people together
Strong attention to detail and a high standard for both creative work and execution
A proactive, positive, can-do attitude with plenty of initiative and resilience

Job Responsibility

Take full accountability for the divisional brand image, ensuring all promotional materials reflect a consistent, market-leading, and professional customer experience across all sites
Own the full marketing cycle — from planning and creative development through to design, production, delivery, installation, and post-activity analysis
Manage all on-site marketing assets and activations, ensuring visual standards, brand compliance, operational feasibility, and audience relevance
Take responsibility for the look and feel of each site, proactively identifying opportunities to elevate physical and digital touchpoints
Design and produce on-brand collateral (digital and print), working with internal design teams and external agencies as needed
Collaborate closely with operations, culinary, digital, and client teams to develop insight-led, commercially viable marketing and engagement solutions
Lead and advise on strategies for food concept launches, menu rollouts, and campus-wide activations, ensuring operational readiness and alignment with service flow and labour plans
Deliver an annual marketing calendar and ensure site-level plans align with broader brand, operational, and commercial objectives
Act as the brand guardian across higher and further education, ensuring alignment with G+G’s renewed ethos in both branded and white-label environments
Manage organic social media activity across sites — planning, creating, posting, and analysing content performance

What we offer

Personal Development and Training opportunities
Life assurance scheme
Pension scheme
Holiday allowance
Access to Healthcare Support App which includes Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical Opinion
Eye care
A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
Family friendly support
Regular social events and communication with our leaders
A holiday purchase scheme

Fulltime

Catering Operations Manager

The Catering Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the organization, ...

Location

United States , Buffalo

Salary:

63000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Year

Legends Global

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience and/or training
Minimum of three years’ experience as a Catering Manager
Expertise in financial analysis and planning, budgeting, and marketing
Working knowledge of local and regional markets, venue operations, and special events industries
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to effectively evaluate risks and liabilities of special events and stadium rentals
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in spreadsheet, database, and word processing programs
Ability to work non-traditional hours (nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary)

Job Responsibility

Liaise with Culinary, Beverage Managers, Conversions, and Operations on event logistics
Engage collaboratively with Culinary Chef and Beverage Director
Consult with sales coordinator to determine catering needs, preferences, and budget
Attend walk throughs and conference calls with clients and vendors as necessary
Execute event proposals, floor plan, and estimation of charges for clients based on specific event needs
Work with Sales Coordinator to distribute Banquet Event Orders
Work directly with Events Sales Team for event sales to operations handoff

What we offer

medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan

Fulltime

Director of Culinary Operations

The Director of Culinary will provide oversight of all culinary production actio...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

Brown University

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in culinary, food service management, or related, or equivalent combination of education and culinary experience
7 to 10 years’ related experience with 5 years of experience effectively managing a culinary staff
RI Food Safety Manager Certification or equivalency required
Certified Executive Chef (CEC) title by the American Culinary Federation (ACF) preferred
Production experience in a higher ed environment preferred
Experience working with union staff preferred
Experience with fine dining and/or high-end catering preferred
Excellent knowledge of BOH systems, ordering, and inventory
Demonstrated culinary flair, sophisticated palate, and knowledge of current culinary trends required
Leadership skills with the ability to develop programs and lead initiatives

Job Responsibility

Provide oversight of all culinary production actions within Residential and work closely in collaboration with the Director of Retail Operations in Retail dining
Responsible for the overall success of the food service operation, adhering to Brown Dining Services’ culture and guidelines, the Health Department’s regulations, and Brown Dining Services standards and expectations of food quality, freshness, and presentation
Responsible for overseeing the sanitation and safety of the kitchen facilities while ensuring that all kitchen employees produce pleasant, aesthetically appealing, and nutritious food, while meeting financial budgetary goals
Provide oversight and direction regarding menu planning, food specifications and procurement, culinary staffing, and scheduling
Problem-solving professionally, rapidly, and fairly, as well as maintaining and teaching a good work ethic, while supporting the other Directors, and developing a sense of teamwork and cooperation within the team
Directly oversee a staff of three, comprised of (2) Assistant Culinary Directors and (1) Bake Shop Manager, as well as indirectly oversee a culinary production staff of approximately 60 union employees represented by USAW-RI
Report directly to the Vice President of Dining Programs
Provide leadership to the Culinary Management Staff in Residential and Retail operations on all culinary production related actions
Meet departmental standards and assure a high degree of customer satisfaction
Responsible for achieving positive working relationships with all levels of managers, union employees, and student customers

Fulltime

Director of Operations

As the Director of Operations, you will assist with planning, managing, and lead...

Location

United States , Washington

Salary:

120000.00 USD / Year

Aramark

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree level education highly preferred in an area of Food Service, Hospitality, or Business Management
The ability to focus on client and customer services, entrepreneurship and building and growing a strong business
Savvy interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with clients, senior management, and Aramark support staff
Comfortable reading, understanding, and implementing contractual requirements
Meaningful experience in service industry, contract services, or hospitality environment
Proven ability leading through other managers
Experience in creating and managing a department budget, financial controls and analysis
Experience crafting product sales strategies and implementing operational programs and initiatives
Prior Union property experience required

Job Responsibility

Assist with planning, managing, and leading multiple departments with multi-million-dollar revenue to meet operating and financial goals, client objectives, and guest needs
Overseeing key food and beverage operations including concessions, catering, warehouse and scheduling
Support and be responsible for planning, executing, and partnering with other departments to ensure successful events
Leads a team that provides operational expertise in contracted services while providing hands-on execution management of operations
Manages the client and community relationships at the location, continually assessing operations, and developing plans to provide optimal service and drive employee and customer satisfaction
Builds, develops, and leads a management team and staff capable of carrying out organizational objectives
Recommends methods, resources, and implementation for service improvement and growth based on understanding of operational needs, capabilities, & contractual obligations
In partnership with Finance, manages a budget and assists in the design of improvements to optimize financial performance and operational productivity
Ensures compliance with Aramark's standards of operation including safety standards and Aramark's Business Conduct Policy at all times

What we offer

medical
dental
vision
work/life resources
retirement savings plans like 401(k)
paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage

Fulltime

Education Catering Operations Director

Caterlink

Location:
United Kingdom , Leeds

Category:
Hospitality and Tourism

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

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Requirements:

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Job Posted:
January 21, 2026

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