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Gategroup
Team Leader Operation
United Kingdom
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 3 hours ago
- Salary
- £16.42 - Hour
- Recruiter
- Gategroup
- Closes
- 09 May 2026
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
We're Hiring! | Team Leader – Operations
Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment? We're looking for a driven Team Leader to join our Operations team — someone who leads by example, takes ownership, and knows how to get the best out of their people.
Location: Birmingham, B37 7HE
Pay: £16.42 per hour
Hours: 5 days out of 7 | Weekend coverage required
About the Role
As Team Leader – Operations, you'll work closely with the General Manager to keep daily operations running smoothly. You'll lead your shift, ensure targets are met, and create the kind of team culture where people actually want to show up and perform.
This is a role for someone who doesn't just manage tasks — they lead people.
What You'll Be Doing
▸ Leading and motivating your team across a 7-day operation
▸ Ensuring HACCP, food safety, H&S and security compliance are met every shift
▸ Managing team performance, attendance and day-to-day conduct
▸ Resolving conflict quickly and implementing corrective actions
▸ Supporting continuous improvement (CI) initiatives
▸ Deputising for the Section Manager when required
▸ Communicating clearly and keeping your team informed and engaged
What We're Looking For
Minimum 2 years' supervisory experience in food production, manufacturing, catering or a high-volume environment
Strong understanding of HACCP, food hygiene and H&S — qualification preferred
Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams
Confident managing conflict and working independently
In-flight catering experience is a bonus (not essential)
Degree educated preferred, or strong relevant experience
Fluent in English — a second European language is a plus
Competent in Microsoft Office
Why Join Us?
▸ Competitive rate of £16.42/hr
▸ Varied, fast-moving environment — no two days the same
▸ Genuine opportunity to grow into more senior operational roles
▸ Be part of a global business with real values and real standards
Ready to step up?
If this sounds like you, drop me a message or apply directly. I'd love to hear from people who are serious about operational leadership and want to make a real impact.
Please share — someone in your network might be looking for exactly this!
Our Values
We don't just talk about values — we live them every day:
Excellence — Quality isn't a checkbox, it's a mindset. We invest in our people because when you grow, we all soar.
Passion — You'll feel the energy of an industry that never sleeps. Your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and the work you do today lands on a tray table tomorrow.
Responsibility — We're shaping the future of sustainable aviation catering, reducing waste, championing local suppliers, and making choices that go beyond profit. xjnqpsq
Respect — Different backgrounds, different talents, one team. We celebrate what makes each person unique and build a culture where everyone belongs, grows, and succeeds together
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