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Salary: Grade 7 (£37,099 - £44,263 p.a. depending on experience)
We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.
Are you an experienced Operations Manager with a multi-site retail background, looking for a new challenge? Do you have a proven track record of driving income, operational efficiency and continuous improvement? Would you like to join our ambitious team and work flexibly across the retail catering portfolio?
The University of Leeds are seeking a commercially minded, industry professional to strengthen the senior management of the catering portfolio. Using the experience and knowledge gained managing a complex multi-site operation and/ or high street branded retail operation/s, the successful candidate will possess a high level of commercial knowledge and ability. The University of Leeds seeks to appoint an experienced Operations Manager, who is passionate about delivering modern catering services that exceed customer expectations. You will be an experienced people manager, who can motivate and develop the team to achieve their potential, through the utilisation of a wide range of interpersonal skills. Exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail and proficiency in financial/business management are all essential; as is ensuring compliance with health and safety and food safety legislation.
This position will report to the Head of Retail Catering and will work managing and leading staff in the retail cafes and refectory.
What we offer in return
- 26 days holiday plus approx. 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – that’s 42 days a year!
- Generous pension scheme plus life assurance.
- Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
- Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
- Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
And much more!
Interviews will be held in the week commencing 6 May 2024.
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Julie Tong, Head of Retail Catering
Email: [email protected]
Location: Leeds - Main Campus
Faculty/Service: Facilities Directorate
School/Institute: Catering Services
Category: Professional & Managerial
Grade: Grade 7
Salary: £37,099 to £44,263 p.a.
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Ongoing
Release Date: Wednesday 27 March 2024
Closing Date: Sunday 28 April 2024
Interview Date: See advert
Reference: FDCAT1029
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