FTC - Food Operations Manager

Job Description

Role: Food Operations Manager \nLocation: Cambridge\nContract: Fixed-term contract, Early November to Mid-January \nSalary:  £12,000 \n \nHolt Recruitment is working with a well-established events management company in Cambridge, who is looking for an experienced Food Operations Manager to join the team on a fixed-term contract to oversee the operations of the Christmas Market stalls. \n \nAs the Food Operations Manager, your responsibilities will include: \n \nKey Responsibilities:\n \nPre-Opening:\n\nRecruit, train, and onboard stall staff.\nManage rotas using ‘Deputy’, aligned with sales forecasts and budgets.\nOversee install prep: stock takes, deliveries, and site setup. During Trading (Nov–Jan):\n\nDaily unit oversight: staffing, uniforms, morale, service quality, and compliance (EHO, SFBB, H&S).\nCoordinate stock orders and manage storage (3 x 20ft containers).\nSubmit daily financial reports via WhatsApp.\nMonitor sales vs forecast; adjust operations as needed.\nApprove rotas and process payroll via ‘Deputy’/ ‘NOQ’.\nResolve equipment issues and staff/payroll queries. Post-Trading (Jan):\n\nManage breakdown and equipment returns.\nFinalise invoices, stock reconciliation, and reporting. What do you need as the Food Operations Manager? \n\nProven multi-site operations management in street food, events, or hospitality.\nStrong leadership with a track record of motivating seasonal teams.\nHighly organised; skilled in inventory, compliance, and rota management.\nHands-on and solutions-focused; thrives in fast-paced environments.\nSolid understanding of EHO, SFBB, and food safety regulations. \nWhat is the next step?\nIf you believe this is the right role for you, click 'Apply' or call us, and one of our team members will be happy to discuss this Food Operations Manager role in Cambridge.  \n \nJob ID Number: 87117\nDivision: Commercial Division \nJob Role:  Food Operations Manager     \nLocation: Cambridge