Title:  Director of Operations

Aramark UK is seeking a seasoned, commercially astute Director of Operations for a regional role managing independent schools, healthcare and education sites. Reporting to the Regional Operations Director, you'll coach and grow teams, ensuring top-tier service for clients and fostering a culture of collaboration, recognition and engagement.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive salary, plus eligibility for bonus
• Company car
• Private healthcare
• Defined contribution pension scheme and life assurance
• Home-based role (ideally based in the West Midlands), with regular travel
• Generous annual leave that increases in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra
• Access to an employee benefit scheme that offers discounts across hundreds of retail and leisure providers
• Employee Assistance Programme and in-house Mental Health Champions
• FOOD! A plethora of opportunities to attend in-house events and try out the culinary genius of our teams (we are a food business after all!)

Role responsibilities:

• Drive growth and ensure operational delivery meets company standards
• Strategically plan to enhance commercial performance
• Lead employee engagement and talent development
• Collaborate and build on relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
• Maximise contract retention and identify upselling opportunities
• Innovate to enhance client, customer and team experiences
• Motivate and develop teams, fostering future leaders
• Align teams with business strategies and customer needs
• Ensure compliance with contracts, quality standards and financial controls

Key requirements:

• Account Director experience in contract catering / hospitality (ideally within education or healthcare)
• Proven P&L management skills
• Excellent organisational, time management and negotiation skills
• Process-oriented with commitment to SOPs and best practices
• Strong communicator and problem-solver

If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey. 
 

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk 

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential. 

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.