Commercial Manager - London

We are Company of Cooks, we’re proud to take a more thoughtful, mindful approach to the food experiences we source, prepare and present. We are recruiting for a Manager to work at the Royal Opera House.

• Financial Reporting:
  • Report all financial aspects of performance to senior managers and the head office support team, including Profit and Loss (PnL), Flash, Labour, and consumption reports.
  • Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of financial information by the finance team.
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
  • Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
  • Ensure profitability and cost-effectiveness across all commercial activities.
  Commercial Analysis:
  • Conduct commercial analysis of sales performance, labour, and theoretical Gross Profit (GP).
  • Propose commercial improvements to increase profitability and operational efficiency.
  Cost Management:
  • Transfer all costs and place and track all relevant accruals accurately.
  • Ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded and reported.

  Sales Reporting:
  • Send weekly sales information to clients and senior managers.
  • Update senior managers with figures for monthly reports, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
  Payroll Management:
  • Check weekly payroll figures to ensure they match with reporting.
  • Collaborate with the finance team to resolve any discrepancies promptly.
  Team Leadership and Development:
  • Day-to-day management of the finance team, ensuring high performance and efficiency.
  • Foster progression and development within the finance team, identifying training and development needs to enhance their capabilities.
  Stakeholder Communication:
  • Maintain strong communication with internal and external stakeholders regarding financial performance and commercial strategies.
  • Act as a key point of contact for all commercial matters, providing insights and recommendations.

Working with CH&CO has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits to keep you happy.

• Personal Development and Training opportunities
• Life assurance scheme
• Pension scheme
• Holiday allowance
• Private medical eligibility
• Eye care
• A great wellbeing strategy – including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, salary finance
• Family friendly support
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Volunteering days
• Professional subscriptions
• Recognition schemes and people awards
• Long service awards
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers
• Cycle to work scheme