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Restaurant General Manager – New OpeningSalary: £43,500 + Service Charge + Bonus of up to 32%A brand... Restaurant General Manager – New OpeningSalary: £43,500 + Service Charge + Bonus of up to 32%A brand-new restaurant. A brilliant opportunity.We’re looking for an ambitious and experienced Restaurant General Manager to take the lead on a brand-new opening for an exciting and growing restaurant group. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on hospitality leader who loves the energy of a busy, casual restaurant environment and knows how to build a strong team from the ground up. If you have new opening experience, enjoy fast-paced service and are passionate about creating great guest experiences while delivering strong commercial results, we’d love to hear from you.The Role: Taking full ownership of the restaurant's P&L and commercial performanceManaging revenue, labour costs, GP and operating expensesLeading the restaurant through its new opening, establishing strong systems, standards and culture from day oneRecruiting, training and developing a high-performing management and front-line teamCreating an engaged, motivated and accountable team cultureDriving an outstanding guest experience throughout every serviceMaintaining consistently high standards across food quality, service, cleanliness and presentationEnsuring full compliance with food safety, health & safety and operational proceduresManaging labour effectively, including rotas, staffing levels and productivityUsing commercial insight and data to identify opportunities and improve performanceWorking closely with senior leadership to deliver the wider business strategyActing as an ambassador for the brand and bringing its values to life within your restaurant What We're Looking For Previous experience as a General Manager / Restaurant Manager within a high-volume, quality-led environmentNew opening experience or a strong understanding of launching and establishing a new restaurantExperience within casual dining, fast-casual or similarly high-energy restaurant environmentsStrong commercial understanding and confidence managing a P&LExperience with labour, budgets, forecasting and cost controlA proven ability to recruit, develop and retain great peopleStrong leadership skills and the ability to build a genuinely engaged teamHigh standards when it comes to guest experience, food safety and operational delivery If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Kate B OR call 0207 790 2666

GENERAL MANAGER – CASUAL DININGBristol£52,000 – £55,000 + BonusI’m working with a brilliant, high-en... GENERAL MANAGER – CASUAL DININGBristol£52,000 – £55,000 + BonusI’m working with a brilliant, high-energy restaurant concept in Bristol that is looking for an experienced General Manager to take the lead at one of its key sites. This is a busy, quality-led operation, so I’m looking for someone who loves being on the floor, knows how to build a great team and can balance brilliant hospitality with strong commercial performance.THE ROLE You’ll have full ownership of the restaurant, from the people and guest experience through to sales, labour and overall profitability.You’ll be visible on the floor, setting the pace during busy services and making sure standards are consistently high.People will be a huge part of the role. You’ll recruit, coach and develop your team, creating a positive culture with clear expectations, accountability and opportunities to progress.Commercially, you’ll own the P&L and understand what drives your business – managing labour and costs, protecting margin and finding opportunities to grow sales. THE PERSONI’m looking for an established General Manager with experience in a busy, quality-led casual dining.You’ll be: A strong, hands-on operator who genuinely enjoys being on the floorConfident managing a high-volume restaurant and a sizeable teamCommercially switched on with solid P&L experienceBrilliant with people – able to recruit, develop and retain a strong teamGuest obsessed, with a real understanding of what great hospitality looks like Comfortable working in a fast-paced business with plenty of ambitionIf you’re a GM in Bristol – or looking to make the move – I’d love to hear from you.Kate@corecruitment.com

Area Manager – “Full throttle leadership opportunity”Salary:                  £50,000 – £60,000Locat... Area Manager – “Full throttle leadership opportunity”Salary:                  £50,000 – £60,000Location               Essex / LondonAre you ready to take the wheel of something truly exciting? I am looking for an energetic Area Manager to lead a fast-paced, fun-filled leisure business along the South Coast! If you thrive on driving success, enjoy building great teams, and love creating unforgettable guest experiences, this role will put you right in the fast lane.About the RoleYou’ll oversee a portfolio of four buzzing venues (growing to six once you’ve hit top speed), supporting passionate managers and their teams to deliver amazing experiences every time. With activities ranging from high-octane attractions to laid-back social fun, no two days are ever the same!Role Lead, coach, and inspire a team of General Managers, Assistant Managers, and Heads of Department.Keep performance on track with strategic plans, performance reviews, and one-to-one coaching.Champion top-tier guest experiences and consistent operational excellence.Roll out initiatives, training, and improvements in partnership with our central support team.Drive growth across memberships, food & drink, and retail opportunities.Visit each site regularly to ensure first-class standards, safety, and team engagement.Oversee people management, from rota and wage control to handling complex HR issues.Be the go-to person for any guest feedback or service challenges.Support the delivery of alternate education programmes and instructor performance. About You A proven leader with multi-site management experience in leisure, hospitality, or retail.A natural motivator who knows how to bring out the best in others.Obsessed with high standards, operational detail, and consistent results.Confident, proactive, and passionate about delivering great service.Happy to travel across the South Coast to keep your sites connected and thriving. If you are looking for your next exciting career move, contact david@corecruitment.com for more details.

GENERAL MANAGER – CASUAL DININGCambridge£52,000 – £55,000 + BonusI’m working with a brilliant, high-... GENERAL MANAGER – CASUAL DININGCambridge£52,000 – £55,000 + BonusI’m working with a brilliant, high-energy restaurant concept in Cambridge that is looking for an experienced General Manager to take the lead at one of its key sites. This is a busy, quality-led operation, so I’m looking for someone who loves being on the floor, knows how to build a great team and can balance brilliant hospitality with strong commercial performance.THE ROLE You’ll have full ownership of the restaurant, from the people and guest experience through to sales, labour and overall profitability.You’ll be visible on the floor, setting the pace during busy services and making sure standards are consistently high.People will be a huge part of the role. You’ll recruit, coach and develop your team, creating a positive culture with clear expectations, accountability and opportunities to progress.Commercially, you’ll own the P&L and understand what drives your business – managing labour and costs, protecting margin and finding opportunities to grow sales. THE PERSONI’m looking for an established General Manager with experience in a busy, quality-led casual dining.You’ll be: A strong, hands-on operator who genuinely enjoys being on the floorConfident managing a high-volume restaurant and a sizeable teamCommercially switched on with solid P&L experienceBrilliant with people – able to recruit, develop and retain a strong teamGuest obsessed, with a real understanding of what great hospitality looks like Comfortable working in a fast-paced business with plenty of ambitionIf you’re a GM in Cambridge – or looking to make the move – I’d love to hear from you.Kate@corecruitment.com

OPERATIONS MANAGER – LEADING RESTAURANT GROUPSouth West£60,000 – £65,000 + Bonus + TravelI am workin... OPERATIONS MANAGER – LEADING RESTAURANT GROUPSouth West£60,000 – £65,000 + Bonus + TravelI am working with a brilliant, well-established restaurant group who are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to take ownership of a key region across the South West.This is a great opportunity to join a strong, recognised brand with a real focus on its people, guest experience and continuing to evolve the business.THE ROLEYou’ll oversee around eight sites, working closely with your General Managers and reporting directly into the Operations Director.This is very much a people-led role. You’ll be developing your GMs, building strong teams and creating real accountability across the region, while keeping a close eye on sales, labour, profitability and overall performance.The business is already well established, so this isn’t about reinventing the wheel. It’s about challenging where needed, raising standards and making sure every site is delivering a consistently brilliant guest experience.WHO I’M LOOKING FOR I’d love to speak to established multi-site operators from quality casual dining or a similar branded restaurant environment.You’ll need to be commercially strong, comfortable managing multiple P&Ls and, most importantly, genuinely good with people. Someone who can coach and develop their teams, build relationships quickly and get the best out of their GMs.There is plenty of opportunity to progress within the wider business, so this would really suit someone ambitious who wants to continue developing their career with a brilliant restaurant group. CVs to  kate@corecruitment.com

OPERATIONS MANAGER – LEADING RESTAURANT GROUPSouth West£60,000 – £65,000 + Bonus + TravelI am workin... OPERATIONS MANAGER – LEADING RESTAURANT GROUPSouth West£60,000 – £65,000 + Bonus + TravelI am working with a brilliant, well-established restaurant group who are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to take ownership of a key region across the South West.This is a great opportunity to join a strong, recognised brand with a real focus on its people, guest experience and continuing to evolve the business.THE ROLEYou’ll oversee around eight sites, working closely with your General Managers and reporting directly into the Operations Director.This is very much a people-led role. You’ll be developing your GMs, building strong teams and creating real accountability across the region, while keeping a close eye on sales, labour, profitability and overall performance.The business is already well established, so this isn’t about reinventing the wheel. It’s about challenging where needed, raising standards and making sure every site is delivering a consistently brilliant guest experience.WHO I’M LOOKING FOR I’d love to speak to established multi-site operators from quality casual dining or a similar branded restaurant environment.You’ll need to be commercially strong, comfortable managing multiple P&Ls and, most importantly, genuinely good with people. Someone who can coach and develop their teams, build relationships quickly and get the best out of their GMs.There is plenty of opportunity to progress within the wider business, so this would really suit someone ambitious who wants to continue developing their career with a brilliant restaurant group. CVs to  kate@corecruitment.com

OPERATIONS MANAGER – LEADING RESTAURANT GROUPSouth West£60,000 – £65,000 + Bonus + TravelI am workin... OPERATIONS MANAGER – LEADING RESTAURANT GROUPSouth West£60,000 – £65,000 + Bonus + TravelI am working with a brilliant, well-established restaurant group who are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to take ownership of a key region across the South West.This is a great opportunity to join a strong, recognised brand with a real focus on its people, guest experience and continuing to evolve the business.THE ROLEYou’ll oversee around eight sites, working closely with your General Managers and reporting directly into the Operations Director.This is very much a people-led role. You’ll be developing your GMs, building strong teams and creating real accountability across the region, while keeping a close eye on sales, labour, profitability and overall performance.The business is already well established, so this isn’t about reinventing the wheel. It’s about challenging where needed, raising standards and making sure every site is delivering a consistently brilliant guest experience.WHO I’M LOOKING FOR I’d love to speak to established multi-site operators from quality casual dining or a similar branded restaurant environment.You’ll need to be commercially strong, comfortable managing multiple P&Ls and, most importantly, genuinely good with people. Someone who can coach and develop their teams, build relationships quickly and get the best out of their GMs.There is plenty of opportunity to progress within the wider business, so this would really suit someone ambitious who wants to continue developing their career with a brilliant restaurant group. CVs to  kate@corecruitment.com

Salary: Up to £36,000 + Overtime Location: South-East England Hours: 40 hours | 52 weeks | Shift bas... Salary: Up to £36,000 + Overtime Location: South-East England Hours: 40 hours | 52 weeks | Shift basedLove the standards and variety of hotels, but ready for a better work-life balance?I'm recruiting a Junior Sous Chef for a prestigious independent education environment with a food operation that would comfortably rival a quality hotel.You'll work within a brigade of around 14 chefs, covering everything from daily dining and hospitality to conferences, banqueting, gala dinners and major events for up to 3,000 guests.Salary & Benefits Up to £36,000 salary40-hour working weekPaid overtime or TOILAround 15 weekends per yearOn-site parkingExcellent training and developmentGenuine progression within a growing groupVacancy created through internal promotion The Operation Large, established chef brigade.Fresh food cooked from scratch.Boarding and staff dining.Conferences and banqueting.Gala dinners and hospitality.Events for up to 3,000 guests.Standards comparable to a quality hotel operation. The Role Work across multiple kitchen sections.Support the Head Chef and Executive Chef.Help lead and develop junior chefs.Contribute dishes and ideas to menus.Support both daily dining and large events.Maintain high standards across production and service.Opportunity to develop a particular speciality. About You Junior Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie ready to progress.Hotel, events, banqueting or quality fresh-food background.Proactive, hardworking and genuinely passionate about food.Comfortable working across different sections.Strong team player with a positive attitude.Driver ideally, due to the location. Typical shifts include 7am-3pm and 10am-6pm, with the latest finish around 9:30pm. Busier periods can involve longer or split shifts, with additional hours either paid as overtime or returned as TOIL. Quieter periods offer greater flexibility around development, training and taking time back.This would particularly suit a chef coming from a busy hotel or banqueting background who still wants quality, variety and large-scale events – but with a far more balanced working week.The interview process includes an initial meeting and site tour, followed separately by a practical trade test.Apply today or send your CV to yasmin AT corecruitment DOT com

SOUS CHEF | CANARY WHARF | £43,000–£46,800Looking for your next Sous Chef role in London?We’re worki... SOUS CHEF | CANARY WHARF | £43,000–£46,800Looking for your next Sous Chef role in London?We’re working with a much-loved venue in Canary Wharf that’s looking for a hands-on Sous Chef to join the kitchen team.This is all about proper cooking, seasonal British produce and food made from scratch.What’s on offer:• £43,000–£46,800 based on 45 hours• £18.38–£20.00 per hour• Paid for every hour worked• Everything made in house• Seasonal British produce• 7-day operation• Busy and popular Sunday lunch serviceWe’re looking for someone with:• A strong fresh food background• A genuine interest in seasonal cooking• Good kitchen leadership experience• The ability to lead a team through a busy service• A hands-on approach and a positive attitudeInterviews are happening now.If this sounds like you, or you know a chef who would be a good fit, drop me a message or send your CV over.#SousChef #ChefJobs #LondonChefs #CanaryWharf #HospitalityJobs #PubJobs #FreshFood

Senior National Account Manager – Global Wine Producer – England, 2 days in the Northwest – Up to £6... Senior National Account Manager – Global Wine Producer – England, 2 days in the Northwest – Up to £65,000 plus car allowance I am very excited to be working exclusively with this global wine producer who are expanding their team in London. This business has been around for over 300 years and offers an extensive range of still and sparkling, covering varieties such as Chablis, Beaujolais, Rhone and Burgundy (to name a few!).We are looking for an ambitious, commercially driven Senior National Account Manager to support their Grocery business across the UK for a leading international wine business.This is a high-impact role with responsibility for driving sustainable, profitable growth across the Top 4 grocery retailers and the wider grocery channel. You will own key customer relationships and be responsible for turning commercial strategy into measurable sales and market growth.You’ll be joining a business with ambitious plans, a strong international portfolio and a clear focus on winning with customers through great brands, compelling commercial plans and excellent execution.Company Benefits Competitive package and bonus schemeFantastic car allowance including 45p per mile allowance.Progression, training and growth from your line manager, one of the leaders in Senior sales. The Senior National Account Manager responsibilities: Own and deliver the Grocery channel strategy, with a clear focus on driving revenue, volume, distribution and rate of sale.Lead relationships and commercial plans across the Top 4 grocery retailers, alongside a wider portfolio of grocery customers.Develop and execute robust Joint Business Plans (JBPs) that deliver mutual growth for both the customer and the business.Lead annual negotiations, trading terms, pricing and promotional strategy, balancing revenue growth with margin and profitability.Identify opportunities to grow distribution, improve rate of sale and maximise the performance of existing brands and products.Lead the commercial process for new product launches, from customer sell-in through to activation and execution in-store and online.Work closely with Marketing, Category, Supply Chain and Finance to ensure plans are commercially compelling and operationally deliverable.Develop customer-specific activation plans that drive visibility, conversion and incremental sales.Analyse customer, category and market data to identify opportunities and translate insight into action.Monitor performance closely, identifying risks and opportunities and taking decisive action to deliver against targets.Build strong, senior-level relationships with buyers and key customer stakeholders.Influence internal stakeholders and ensure customer priorities are aligned with wider business objectives.Champion a growth mindset, continuously looking for new ways to increase distribution, rate of sale, value and profitability. The ideal Senior National Account Manager Candidate: Significant National Account Management experience within FMCG, ideally wine, drinks or another fast-moving consumer category.Proven experience managing major UK grocery customers, particularly the Top 4.A strong track record of delivering sales and profit growth through customers.Experience leading JBP development, annual negotiations, pricing and promotional planning.Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to understand the numbers and turn insight into action.Experience launching and scaling new products within grocery.A strong understanding of rate of sale, distribution, promotional effectiveness and customer profitability.Excellent negotiation, influencing and relationship-building skills.The confidence and credibility to operate with senior customer stakeholders.A proactive, entrepreneurial approach — someone who sees opportunities and goes after them.The ability to balance strategic thinking with outstanding execution. If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CVs to Mark at COREcruitment / mark@corecruitment.comCOREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram

Head Barista – Specialty Coffee – £15 per hour + Service Charge Contract: 45 hours per week Role: Fu... Head Barista – Specialty Coffee – £15 per hour + Service Charge Contract: 45 hours per week Role: Full-timeWe’re looking for an experienced Head Barista to take ownership of the coffee operation within a premium, quality-focused environment. This is a hands-on role for someone who has a genuine understanding of specialty coffee and the technical knowledge to consistently deliver exceptional coffee, while also leading and developing a team. You’ll be responsible for maintaining high standards behind the bar, ensuring consistency throughout service and helping to continuously improve the overall coffee offering.The role: Leading the bar team during service and setting the standard for coffee qualityDialling in espresso and managing grinder calibration and recipes throughout the dayEnsuring consistency across espresso, milk-based drinks and filter coffeePreparing and overseeing V60 and other manual brewing methodsUnderstanding extraction and adjusting grind, dose, yield, temperature and brew time when requiredTraining and supporting baristas to improve their technical coffee skillsMaintaining high standards of latte art and milk preparationCarrying out regular coffee quality checks throughout serviceManaging coffee, bar and retail stock, including ordering and monitoring usageKeeping wastage under control and ensuring stock levels are well managedMaintaining an exceptionally clean, organised and well-presented coffee stationEnsuring coffee equipment is correctly cared for and maintainedSupporting opening and closing routines and ensuring the bar is fully prepared for serviceWorking alongside management on new drinks, seasonal menus and development of the coffee programmeLeading by example during busy services and helping create a professional, positive team environment What we’re looking for: Strong practical knowledge of specialty coffeeExcellent espresso preparation and grinder calibration skillsConfident V60 and manual brewing experienceA solid understanding of extraction, brew ratios, grind size and water temperatureKnowledge of different coffee origins and processing methodsStrong milk-steaming and latte art skillsExperience training, coaching or developing other baristasGood understanding of stock control, ordering and day-to-day bar operationsA strong eye for detail and a genuine commitment to consistencyA passion for quality coffee and excellent hospitalityThe confidence to take ownership and make decisions during service If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Kate B OR call 0207 790 2666

Operations Manager Leisure & F&B £80,000 – £85,000 Berkshire Location, Berkshire – candidate... Operations Manager Leisure & F&B £80,000 – £85,000 Berkshire Location, Berkshire – candidates must live within a commutable distanceMy client is a growing, entrepreneurial leisure business combining high-quality F&B, indoor and outdoor experiences, events and family-focused activities. This is a new role to come in add value across this site, look at all areas of the business and how you can elevate this, with a strong focus on Food and Beverage and the events side of the business, it can be a bit seasonal at times.This is a unique operation with a strong focus on creating a great day-out experience, with F&B playing a major part in the overall customer journey. As the business continues to grow, they are looking for a senior operator who can take ownership of the operation and help shape its next stage.The Operations Manager brief Overall operational responsibility across F&B, leisure and eventsFull P&L and commercial responsibilityLead, develop and motivate the operational teamDrive food, drink and service standards across the businessOversee both indoor and outdoor dining/customer areasLead events, seasonal activity, private functions and busy trading periodsLook at ways to develop the F&B offer and maximise revenue opportunitiesWork closely with the owners on growth, new ideas and future developmentResponsibility for customer experience, compliance, maintenance and operational standards Who We’re Looking ForWe want a strong F&B-led operator rather than someone purely from the a pub OR leisure sector. Ideally someone who has worked in a destination pub, premium pub with gardens/land, outdoor dining concept, farm shop, leisure venue or similar hospitality-led business.You’ll need strong commercial experience, a hands-on approach and an entrepreneurial mindset, someone who sees opportunities and gets things done.The business sits within the adventure playground/leisure world, but the key is someone who genuinely understands F&B, outdoor hospitality and delivering a great customer experience.Salary £80,000 – £85,000 | BerkshireKeen to hear more, drop me a line Stuart Hills or call 0207 790 2666

Junior National Account Manager – Reputable Foodservice Business - Hybrid with National Travel - £48... Junior National Account Manager – Reputable Foodservice Business - Hybrid with National Travel - £48K + Benefits  My client is a well-established Foodservice business who have a fantastic reputation for their top-quality products and level of service which they provide to a number of different sectors.They are seeking a Junior National Account Manager to join their team. The business has a growing presence within the care sector, supplying a broad range of solutions to care homes, nursing homes and multi-site care operators. With the care market continuing to present significant opportunities for growth, the successful Junior National Account Manager will be responsible the development of key national and multi-site care accounts, helping to identify opportunities to increase sales, improve customer engagement and strengthen long-term partnerships.This is the perfect opportunity for a talented and highly driven Business Development Manager, Account Manager or National Account Executive join an exciting business who can match their ambition and offer genuine career progression opportunities.Responsibilities include: Supporting the management and growth of key national and regional care accounts.Developing strong relationships with buyers, procurement teams and operational stakeholders.Identifying opportunities to increase product penetration, spend and share of customer.Supporting customer business reviews, presentations and account plans.Assisting with tenders, pricing exercises and commercial negotiations.Monitoring sales performance, margins and account profitability.Working closely with purchasing, category, marketing, operations and supply chain teams.Supporting new business development across the care sector.Understanding customer requirements and translating these into commercially compelling solutions.Keeping up to date with foodservice, care sector and market trends.Producing accurate sales forecasts, reports and pipeline updates. The Ideal Junior National Account Manager Candidate: Some experience within foodservice, FMCG, wholesale or B2B sales.Strong commercial awareness and numerical ability.Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.Confidence dealing with customers and internal stakeholders at different levels.A proactive, organised and analytical approach.Strong negotiation and influencing skills.The ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.A hunger to learn, develop and take ownership of your accounts.Full UK driving licence If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / mikey@corecruitment.com

National Account Manager (Airlines/ Rail/ Marine) – Leading Food Manufacturer - £60K+ Benefits My cl... National Account Manager (Airlines/ Rail/ Marine) – Leading Food Manufacturer - £60K+ Benefits My client is a leading food manufacturer with a brilliant reputation and ambitious growth plans.They are seeking a National Account Manager to join their team. The successful National Account Manager will be responsible for identifying, securing, and onboarding new high-value national and multi-site customers across Airline, Rail and Marine Travel channels. This is a high-impact, commercially focused role for someone who thrives on opening doors, building long-term partnerships, and turning opportunities into sustainable revenue.This is the perfect role for a high performing Business Development Manager or Key Account Manager looking to join an exciting business who can match their ambition and offer genuine career progression opportunities.Responsibilities include: Manage and develop a portfolio of high-value national accounts across Airline, Rail and Marine Travel sectors.Build strong, long-term relationships with key customer stakeholders and decision makers.Deliver sales, profit and margin targets across your customer portfolio.Develop and implement robust customer account plans and commercial strategies.Identify opportunities for new business, range development, NPD and category growth.Lead commercial negotiations, including pricing, promotions and annual trading agreements.Analyse customer performance, market trends and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.Work cross-functionally to ensure excellent customer service and operational delivery.Manage customer forecasts and support effective demand planning.Lead customer presentations, reviews and business meetings.Ensure all commercial activity is aligned with the wider business strategy. The Ideal National Account Manager Candidate: Proven sales experience within food manufacturing, FMCG or a related environment.Experience managing significant customers within Airline, Rail and Marine Travel channels.A strong understanding of commercial negotiations, pricing, margin and P&L.A track record of delivering sales and profit growth.Excellent analytical and numerical skills.Strong communication, presentation and influencing abilities.The confidence to work with senior stakeholders both internally and externally.A proactive, entrepreneurial approach with the ability to identify and convert opportunities.Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel when needed. If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / mikey@corecruitment.com

Procurement Director EMEA– Leading Hospitality Business – London - £130K + BenefitsMy client is a le... Procurement Director EMEA– Leading Hospitality Business – London - £130K + BenefitsMy client is a leading global hospitality business.They are currently looking for a Procurement Director to join their team. The successful Procurement Director will be responsible for developing and executing a best-in-class procurement strategy across the EMEA region. This role will drive value through strategic sourcing, supplier partnerships, cost optimisation, and sustainable procurement practices while supporting operational teams across multiple locations. You will lead regional procurement teams, manage key supplier relationships, and collaborate with executive stakeholders to ensure procurement aligns with the business’s growth ambitions and service standards.This is the perfect opportunity for a high performing Procurement Director to join a leading business who can match their ambition and offer great exposure and genuine opportunities.Responsibilities include: Develop and implement the EMEA procurement strategy aligned with company objectives and expansion plans.Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across key spend categories including food & beverage, operating supplies & equipment (OS&E), furniture fixtures & equipment (FF&E), technology, and services.Deliver measurable cost savings, value creation, and risk mitigation across the supply chain.Build and manage strategic supplier partnerships across the EMEA region.Implement best-in-class procurement processes, governance, and systems.Drive sustainability, ethical sourcing, and ESG initiatives within procurement.Partner with hotel operations, finance, development, and culinary teams to ensure procurement solutions support operational excellence.Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing regional procurement team.Monitor market trends, commodity pricing, and supply chain risks to ensure resilience and competitiveness.Support new property openings and refurbishment projects through effective sourcing and supplier management. The Ideal Procurement Director Candidate: Proven experience in a senior procurement role within a Hospitality, FMCG, or multi-site consumer business.Proven experience managing regional or international procurement across the EMEA region.Exceptional knowledge across all hospitality categories including Food, Beverage, FF&E, OS&E and Services.Experience leading procurement transformation, systems implementation, or process optimisation.Strong understanding of supply chain risk management and sustainability in procurement.Commercially driven with strong financial acumenExceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills at executive level.  If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / mikey@corecruitment.com