Catering Operations Manager
£50k per annumFull-time
Catering Operations Manager
Medirest (Part of Compass Group UK & Ireland)
Location: Darent Valley Hospital, Dartford, Kent
Salary: £50,000 + Benefits
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
We're Hiring
Medirest, the healthcare division of Compass Group UK & Ireland, is seeking an experienced and driven Catering Operations Manager to lead our catering services at Darent Valley Hospital. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate hospitality professional to make a real impact within a healthcare environment, ensuring patients, visitors and staff receive outstanding food and service every day.
As Catering Operations Manager, you will oversee all aspects of the catering operation, leading large teams, driving service excellence, maintaining the highest food safety standards and ensuring contractual and financial performance targets are achieved.
About the Role
Reporting to the Contract Director, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of catering operations across the hospital, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient and customer-focused services.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, motivate and develop a multi-skilled catering team to deliver exceptional service standards.
- Manage all catering operations, including patient dining, retail outlets, staff restaurants and hospitality services.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety, health & safety, infection prevention and company policies.
- Drive customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and service excellence.
- Manage budgets, labour costs, food costs and operational KPIs to achieve financial targets.
- Build strong relationships with NHS Trust stakeholders and key client contacts.
- Monitor performance through audits, reporting and action planning.
- Support recruitment, training, succession planning and employee engagement activities.
- Ensure all services operate in line with Compass Group and Medirest standards.
- Identify opportunities for innovation, efficiency and commercial growth.
About You
We're looking for a confident and proactive leader with a strong operational background and a passion for delivering high-quality catering services.
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience managing large-scale catering, hospitality or food service operations.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.
- Excellent financial acumen, including budget management and cost control.
- Good understanding of food safety legislation and health & safety compliance.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and complex operational environment.
- Customer-focused with a continuous improvement mindset.
Desirable
- Experience within healthcare, NHS or contract catering environments.
- Relevant hospitality, catering or management qualification.
- Food Safety qualification (Level 3 or above).
- IOSH or equivalent health & safety qualification.
What We Offer
As part of Compass Group UK & Ireland, you'll benefit from:
- Competitive salary
- Performance-related bonus opportunities
- Company pension scheme
- Career development and training programmes
- Access to Compass rewards and discounts platform
- Employee assistance programme
- Recognition and reward schemes
- Opportunities for progression within one of the UK's leading food and support services organisations
About Medirest
Medirest is the specialist healthcare division of Compass Group UK & Ireland, delivering exceptional catering, portering, domestic and support services across NHS and private healthcare settings. Our teams play a vital role in enhancing patient experiences and supporting healthcare professionals to deliver outstanding care.
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:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
- Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
- Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com 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
Please note: This role is contracted to weeks per year
About Us
Part of Compass Group UK&I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.
Vacancy posted 10 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Catering Operations Manager in Dartford, Kent vacancy
£19 per hour
Our client, located in Bexleyheath is seeking an experienced Catering Manager for a 6 week contract starting Wednesday 2nd September 2026.... ...SCHOOL CHEF MANAGER Core Purpose To be responsible for the operational efficiency of the catering service, planning, preparation and...SuggestedTemporaryMonday to Friday£45k per annum
...working and the promotion of Inspired Access. Oversee, manage and provide support to wider operations team delivering industrial rope access, confined space, marine and suspended access projects. Ensure projects are delivered safely on time and as per planned resource allocations...SuggestedPermanentFull-timeFlexible hours£65k - £75k per annum
Operations Manager De carbonisation & Retrofit Projects - Property Services Up to £75,000 Plus Package Our client, are a national construction contractor, are currently looking for a Operations Manager to lead their newly formed de carbonisation division. The Role;...SuggestedPermanentFull-timeOn-site£40k per annum
...in the office Salary: £40,000, depending on experience and company benefits . Contract: Permanent, full-time As Senior Operations Manager, you will play a key role in producing high-quality global B2B events across Ground Handling International’s events portfolio, including...SuggestedLong-term contractPermanentFull-timeHybrid workingOn-siteRemote- £31k - £40k per annumEstimated...Operations Manager Full-time | Office-based | Monday to Friday About Us A well-established electrical wholesalers. As the business continues to grow, we are looking for a proactive and commercially minded Operations Manager to help drive the company forward and...SuggestedLong-term contractFull-timeOn-siteMonday to Friday
- £45k - £59k per annumEstimated...Operations Manager - Renewables / Solar Field South of England (Regional Travel Required) Full-Time | Permanent Allen & York are excited to be partnering with AES on this important role , supporting the continued growth of their expanding renewables division About...PermanentFull-time
£36k per annum
Full Time Team Leader, Floor Manger, Cash Operations, Till Management, Retail, Bluewater, Greenhithe, Kent This epic brand has a Cash Operations Team Leader vacancy for their beautiful store in Bluewater. In order to be considered, candidates will: Have experience within a...Full-time- ...Overview: Gopuff is looking for full-time Operations Associates (OAs) to join the operations team. Directly reporting to a Site Leader, OAs play an essential role at Gopuff that requires drive, perseverance, positivity, and enthusiasm for the challenge. You will accomplish...Full-timePart-timeNight shift
- £55k - £72k per annumEstimated...telecoms infrastructure, for the UK's largest network owners and operators. Social Infrastructure - Our team of Social... ...seeking an experienced and strategic Pre-Construction Operations Manager (PCOM) to lead and oversee our pre-construction function across...Full-time
- ...Job Category : Management Location : Holbeach Office, Lewisham Council Hours Per Week : 35.00 Start Date : Immediate Start Start... ...the Safer Communities Service. To be responsible for the operational delivery of an efficient, effective, and comprehensive Anti, Social...Full-timeOn-siteImmediate startFlexible hoursWeekend workAfternoon shift
- £42k - £56k per annumEstimated...manufacturing facilities. We’re recruiting for a high performing Café Manager to help our business to continue to grow and succeed.... ...within the department Build effective relationships with other operating departments Lead colleagues to work with purpose, delivering...40 hours/weekFlexible hours
- £29k - £39k per annumEstimated...seeking an exceptional Head of Food Experience and Operations because this isn't a typical school catering role. Then again, we're not a typical school. Alleyn... .... Gut health, sustainability, food trends, allergen management, technology, nutrition. These aren't buzzwords here,...PermanentFull-timeTemporaryInterimImmediate startNight shiftRotating shifts
£44k - £46k per annum
Company: TAILOR MADE RESOURCES Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Salary: £44000 - £46000/annumPermanentFull-timeNight shift- £31k - £40k per annumEstimatedCompany Description We are looking for a Restaurant Manager to be part of our team for The Hoxton, Southwark in our Albie restaurant.... ...Description What you’ll do… ~Take full ownership of the day-to-day operation of Albie, leading from the front and setting the tone for...Flexible hoursShift workNight shiftRotating shiftsAfternoon shift
£14.4 per hour
...Role: Restaurant Supervisor / Manager on Duty / Duty Manager / Team Leader Pay: Up to £14.40 per hour, after successful training, including benefits. Hourly Rate Breakdown Starting at up to £12.71 per hour, plus £1.50 per hour tronc average. At ASK Italian, our people...Hourly payShift work- £28k - £37k per annumEstimatedCompany Description We are looking for an Assistant Restaurant Manager to be part of our team for The Hoxton, Southwark in our... ...Manager and kitchen leadership to ensure front and back of house operate seamlessly together. ~Support the Restaurant Manager with the day...Flexible hoursShift workNight shiftRotating shiftsAfternoon shift
- ...Overview: Gopuff is looking for a Junior Operations Supervisor to join the Operations team. Directly reporting to a Site Leader, JOS' play an essential role at Gopuff that requires drive, perseverance, positivity, and enthusiasm for the challenge. The Junior Operations...Full-timePart-timeNight shift
£65k per annum
...Job Title: Head of Operations Are you a strategic and driven operations leader ready to make... ...the Contract Director when required. Manage staffing schedules to ensure operational... ...services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and...Full-timeImmediate start£25k - £28.89k per annum
...Join our College Operations team and make a meaningful difference to young people’s futures. In this rewarding role, you will support students... ...working with a wide range of stakeholders and you will manage competing priorities effectively. You are comfortable working independently...Full-timeFixed-term contractFlexible hours- £41k - £52k per annumEstimated...Services Artic Building Services is a leader in Hard Facilities Management across London and the Home Counties. We offer a comprehensive... ...suite of technical and engineering solutions, ensuring the smooth operation of your Mechanical, Electrical, and Hard FM Plant. Job Role:...PermanentFull-timeOn-siteImmediate startMonday to Friday
£75k - £85k per annum
Contracts Manager Internal & External Planned Maintenance - Social Housing £75,000-£90,000 plus package (dependant on experience) plus... ..., RLO's and subcontractors. You will report directly in to the Operations manager who will support you in making the contracts successful...PermanentFull-time£75k - £85k per annum
Company: FORTUS RECRUITMENT GROUP LIMITED Job Type: Permanent Salary: £75000 - £85000 / annuallyPermanent£61.51k per annum
...Dartford - Crossways Annual salary: up to £61,505.01 Contract Manager (Empty Homes / Voids & Disrepair) Location: Dartford Salary... ...– Friday “A desire to make a positive difference wherever we operate has always been at the heart of our business. It was over 30...PermanentFull-timeMonday to Friday£25k - £28.89k per annum
...About this role We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Business and Operations Officer to join our College team. This is a varied and vital role supporting the smooth running of student admissions, staff onboarding and wider operational processes. You will...PermanentFull-timeFlexible hours- £32k - £43k per annumEstimated...move boxes; we are food makers and shopkeepers. As a Fresh Food Manager, you won’t be stuck behind a desk. You’ll be the driving force... ...to shop. Reporting into the Store Manager, you'll be the operational driving force behind two core zones: Produce (Fruit & Veg) and...40 hours/weekDay shift
£450 per day
...Special Projects Contract Manager Location: South East London Contract: 3-Month Ongoing Contract (Potential to Extend to 12 Months... ..., communication, and negotiation skills. Ability to operate effectively within a complex public sector or regulated environment...Ongoing contractFull-time- £40k - £53k per annumEstimated...Join Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust as an Adult ADHD Operational Support Manager and play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a growing specialist service. This dynamic Band 7 role supports the Operational and Clinical Lead and wider senior team...Full-time
£60k - £65k per annum
...Orpington, London Posted: 30/06/2026 Reference: CONTRACT MANAGER_(***) ***-**** APPLY Job Description Planned Contract Manager - Social... .... The Role As Planned Contract Manager, you will have full operational responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple...Long-term contractPermanentFull-time£16.84 per hour
...figure work • Good attention to detail • Ability to effectively manage and organise own workload. Skills: • Numeracy and literacy... ...Experience of meeting demanding targets • Experience of operating a range of programmes and data bases General Education – evidence...Full-timeOn-siteImmediate start£66.46k per annum
...Care Home Quality Improvement Manager (Nurse Qualified) - London & Essex £66,462 plus £5000 car allowance We have an excellent opportunity... ...Purpose of the role: Reporting to the Deputy Regional Operations Director the remit of the Regional Quality Improvement Manager will...PermanentOn-siteMonday to Friday
Do you want to receive more vacancies?
Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Catering Operations Manager. Be the first to apply!
Related searches
- head of customer operations Dartford, Kent
- operations manager office services manager Dartford, Kent
- operational excellence manager Dartford, Kent
- operations manager at xpo logistics Dartford, Kent
- operations manager charity Dartford, Kent
- operations officer Dartford, Kent
- night operations manager Dartford, Kent
- operations manager social care Dartford, Kent
- operations manager Dartford, Kent
- operations manager landscaping Dartford, Kent