Overview
Job Title: Food Operations Manager
Location: Cambridge
Contract: Fixed-term contract, Early November to Mid-January
Salary: £12,000
Holt Recruitment is working with a well-established events management company in Cambridge, seeking an experienced Catering Events Operations Manager to oversee the operations of the Christmas Market stalls on a fixed-term basis.
Responsibilities
* Pre-Opening: Recruit, train, and onboard stall staff
* Manage rotas using Deputy, aligned with sales forecasts and budgets
* Oversee install preparation: stock takes, deliveries, and site setup
* During Trading (Nov–Jan):
o Daily unit oversight: staffing, uniforms, morale, service quality, and compliance (EHO, SFBB, H&S)
o Coordinate stock orders and manage storage
o Submit daily financial reports
o Monitor sales vs forecast; adjust operations as needed
o Approve rotas and process payroll
o Resolve equipment issues and staff/payroll queries
* Post-Trading (Jan):
o Manage breakdown and equipment returns
o Finalise invoices, stock reconciliation, and reporting
Qualifications
* Proven multi-site operations management in street food, events, or hospitality
* Strong leadership with a track record of motivating seasonal teams
* Highly organised; skilled in inventory, compliance, and rota management
* Hands-on and solutions-focused; thrives in fast-paced environments
* Solid understanding of EHO, SFBB, and food safety regulations
What to expect
To apply, please contact Shannon on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
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