29 April 2025
Filled
Operations Manager
Fritton, Norfolk, NR31
The employer
The Somerleyton Estate is home of food entrepreneur Hugh Somerleyton, his artist wife, and children
Fritton Lake, the premier East of England Members Club is nestled in unrivalled natural beauty in Norfolk, close to Norwich. With roots in British provenance and sustainable agriculture, we’re redefining field-to-fork dining, working with support from renowned chef Mark Hix.
Fritton Lake is part of the Somerleyton Estate, owned by Hugh and Lara Somerleyton. Hugh Somerleyton is also the founder of charity WildEast which celebrates the extraordinary acts of ordinary people doing their bit to restore planet earth and sharing their dreams for a wider future - inspiring others to do the same. The ambition is to restore 20% of WildEast back to nature and record 20% of people on the map of dreams.
The job
As Operations Manager you will help fulfil the families’ career interest in food, hospitality, rewilding and regenerative agriculture.
Joining a small, focused management team, you will lead the development of all aspects of the estates hospitality offering, initially focused on its renowned member’s club, Fritton Lake.
You will lead day to day operations, working alongside the GM, owners, and renowned chef and forager Mark Hix to deliver the highest of standards that befit the venue, working closely with your team to drive quality and harness a culture of continuous improvement.
What you'll need
Experienced hospitality operations manager or GM
Experience of working in a luxury hospitality setting, preferably within private members clubs
A passion for sustainability and a deep understanding of British provenance.
A willingness and hunger to immerse yourself in the experience of Fritton Lake
Meticulous attention to detail across all aspects of service and presentation.
Full UK driving licence due to location
Where you'll be based
Fritton Lake is set in unspoilt woodland and lush meadows that surround the sparkling lake at the heart of the club, close to the Norfolk/Suffolk border
What you'll receive
£45,000 - £50,000 per annum dependent on experience
Accommodation available in the form of an estate property, with preferential terms
Employed role (permanent contract)
Working five days from seven on a rota basis, typically 48 hours per week
29 days holiday including bank holidays
Stunning countryside working location
Find out more
To discuss this position in more detail, please send your CV to martin@martin-salter.com or call 07983 967143.
All communication will be treated in complete confidence.