Area/Operations Manager, South West London £60k + discretionary bonusWe are looking for a passionate Area/Operations Manager with a strong background in multi-site, seasonal environments to join this independent family run company. The sites across London produce fresh, locally sourced food including grab & go items, handmade pizzas, homemade cakes and bakery items as well as locally roasted coffee and can get extremely busy depending on seasonality.As the Area/Operations Manager, you will* Manage and oversee 4/5 sites based around South West London* Liaise and work with your Catering Managers across the sites to drive and maintain standards* Liaising and communicating with suppliers, councils etc* Inspire and motivate the teams, encouraging innovation and fresh ideas* Report directly to the Company Directors* Oversee financial aspects, maintenance issues as well as be hands on and supporting your managers where neededWorking days are 5/7 and will include most weekends particularly during the summer periodAs well as being passionate about Catering & Hospitality, you would * be a Group Manager, Area/Operations Manager or Multi-site Manager within catering & hospitality* have a proven background in multisite retail catering or similar * demonstrate strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, inspire and develop a team* show excellent financial acumen with a commercial outlook* have a positive outlook with the ability to solve problems in a rational and logical manner* be able to work majority of weekendsInterested? Then apply immediately with your updated CV