Operations Manager - College of Food (HE)

The College of Food at University College Birmingham is seeking an Operations Manager to join our innovative and ambitious team. The successful candidate will manage the day to day commercial, facilities, estates, and practical operations of the Department; will contribute towards the upkeep and maintenance of high standards in food hygiene, organisation, and operational delivery; and will support internal, external, and corporate engagement, as well as brand management and promotion.

At University College Birmingham, we are proud of our student-focused ethos, ensuring learners are thoroughly prepared to make meaningful contributions to their chosen fields. With our Culinary Arts and Bakery programmes undergoing review to stay at the forefront of industry demands, we are eager to welcome a new Operations Manager who can enhance our students experience and support the team on a journey to success. If you're ready to be part of this exciting phase in our growth, we would be delighted to hear from you. The University has invested over £140 million in new facilities over the past decade, including state-of-the-art teaching spaces that you can explore virtually on our website. We continue to invest in our campus and digital capabilities, with further enhancements planned to support our vision of a truly modern Business School.

The Operations Manager will play a pivotal role in managing the day-to-day practical operations of the College of Food, ensuring that all services are delivered efficiently, safely, and effectively. This is a innovative role requiring a proactive, strategic thinker with exceptional organisational and operational skills. The ideal candidate will be adept at problem-solving, process improvement, and fostering a positive working environment

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 29 days’ paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions – 20.9%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology home and cycle.
• Heavily subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Free on-site gym membership

Closing Date: Sunday 6 April 2025

How to apply: Please click 'Apply’ to be redirected to our website, where you can download an application pack.

Standard Information: UCB is an equal opportunities employer. 

University College Birmingham is proud to have been voted 5^th in the Post Graduate Education category in the prestigious 2024 Whatuni Student Choice Awards. The awards are voted for and by students showcasing the incredible relationships we foster here at University College Birmingham between Staff and Students. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.  

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