Senior Area Manager – Food Retail, up to £68,000
Are you looking for a step up into Regional Management in the next 12 months?
An opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced Senior Area Manager to join a leading multi-site food retail/QSR operator in a pivotal leadership role. This is a chance to take ownership of a high-performing, high-turnover region and drive operational excellence across multiple locations.
We are looking for a proven multi-site operator with the ability to lead, develop, and inspire large teams, deliver strong commercial results, and maintain exceptional brand and operational standards in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
The Role:
- Oversee and manage a multi-site portfolio, driving operational efficiency and performance across all locations
- Lead and develop Restaurant General Managers to ensure high-performing teams across the area
- Take full P&L responsibility, ensuring profitability and cost control across the region
- Drive sales growth and commercial success through strategic planning and execution
- Maintain exceptional customer experience standards, ensuring consistency across all sites
- Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and food safety regulations, minimising operational risks
- Implement operational and business improvement strategies to enhance efficiency and drive performance
The Ideal Candidate:
- 4+ years' experience in multi-site management within food retail, supermarkets, or QSR
- A strong track record of delivering commercial success in a high-turnover, high-volume environment
- Experience in leading and developing large teams, building a strong leadership pipeline
- A hands-on approach, with the ability to balance strategy and operational execution
- Excellent financial acumen, with a history of managing P&Ls and achieving sustainable profit growth
- A guest and people-focused leader, ensuring a culture of high performance, engagement, and accountability
- Strong change management experience, with the ability to drive transformation and operational improvements
What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary starting from £60,000
- Fully electric company car
- Annual bonus based on KPIs and commercial performance
- Long-term incentive plan
- Private medical cover, online GP services, and additional health benefits
- Strong career growth opportunities within an ambitious and growing business