Karen Reely

Experience

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  Sutcliffe Catering

  Apr 1985 - Sept 1997

  General Facilities Manager CMTC Management College

  Other positions held during my employment with Sutcliffe Catering: Deputy Facilities Manager, Cable and Wireless College Site Catering Manager, Peugeot Motor Company Quality Standards Manager, Peugeot Motor CompanyCatering Manager Relief Catering Manager Relief Chef

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  Catermasters

  Aug 1997 - Dec 1998

  Operations Manager
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  Compass Group (Food Service)

  Jan 1999 - Apr 2011

  Key Roles and Responsibilities Responsibility - Set and manage budget on behalf of client and Compass Group. Operate in line with Compass policy and objectives Can Do – Provide innovative and cost effective solutions to client organisation. Look for new and more effective ways of reaching set targets that also support the long term success of Compass Group Passion – Anticipate and respond to the issues and concerns of different types of customer. Distinguish between the client and the customer and provide solutions that meet the needs of bothIntegrity – Communicate with all people at all levels honestly, openly and in a timely fashionTeamwork – Build, lead, train and motivate teams Show less

  • Regional Manager

    Nov 2002 - Apr 2011

  • General Manager, Jaguar Cars

    Dec 1999 - Nov 2002

  • General Manager, Bass Brewers

    Jan 1999 - Dec 1999
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  Compass Group (FM)

  Apr 2011 - Nov 2011

  Regional Manager

  Managing soft and hard services for clients in the Midlands and North of EnglandKey Roles and Responsibilities Food expert in the FM team, driving compliance in purchasing and operational excellence. Coordinator for the roll out of the responsibility deal. Build client relationships with key stakeholders. Actively look at ways to increase our operational service lines for existing clients in order to organically grow our business.Work with business retention team to ensure we keep our clients Assist in mobilisation of new businessManage client budgets and make sustainable recommendations for cost reduction Show less

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  EDI (Education Development International)

  Feb 2012 - Dec 2012

  Consultant

  I am currently a self employed consultant, marking entry level 1-3 speaking and listening examination papers

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  Cherry Blossom Bakehouse

  Dec 2012 - Jul 2016

  Small business owner

  Owner of a small bakery, selling wholesale and retail cakesSpecialising in gluten free and vegan options I also make bespoke celebration cakes and wedding cakes of cheese I run children and adult cookery workshops

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  Aspens Services Ltd

  Jul 2016 - Nov 2020

  Area Support Manager

  Food service partner for education sector

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  Miquill Catering

  May 2021 - now

  Operations Manager