Regional Director of Operations
Location: Atlanta, GA
Job Type: FULL_TIME
Company: Superior Talent Source
Salary: 140k/year - 150k/year
Category: Director / VP
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Regional Director of Operations Job OverviewThe Regional Director of Operations is a highly influential leadership position responsible for overseeing multiple restaurant locations within a designated region. This full-time role is based in Atlanta, GA, and is a key driver of operational excellence, employee development, and financial performance across various units. The Regional Director of Operations (RDO) will play a crucial role in ensuring that each restaurant upholds the brand’s standards, delivers exceptional guest experiences, and maintains a positive, people-first culture. Atlanta, GA offers a vibrant business environment and a dynamic hospitality sector, making it an excellent place to advance your leadership career.
Key Responsibilities- Lead, mentor, and inspire restaurant teams and store leaders to achieve operational excellence across multiple locations.
- Engage directly with units and team leaders, providing hands-on support and strategic direction in the field.
- Hold all levels of leadership accountable for maintaining brand standards, ensuring consistency and quality across the region.
- Mentor and develop all positions within the organization, fostering engagement, professional growth, and a strong team culture.
- Support, reinforce, and align decisions with the organization’s unique culture and values.
- Assist General Managers in delivering outstanding guest experiences by upholding service and food quality standards.
- Train and develop General Managers, manage their career expectations, and clearly communicate organizational goals and standards.
- Oversee the execution of company programs, including restaurant marketing, talent development, and recruitment initiatives.
- Develop and manage business planning processes collaboratively with General Managers, analyzing both internal and external factors to enhance operational performance.
- Assume full responsibility for financial performance, including detailed financial analysis of individual restaurants and the overall district, and make data-driven recommendations for improvement.
- Manage all aspects of restaurant EBITDA, including budgeting, financial planning, and performance monitoring.
- Analyze business trends and financial data to drive improvements in both operational effectiveness and financial outcomes.
- Minimum of five years of experience in multi-unit management with a demonstrated record of operational and financial success.
- Strong expertise in analyzing profit and loss statements and overall financial performance.
- Proven proficiency in staffing, team development, and achieving results in a multi-location environment.
- Familiarity with labor laws and compliance requirements relevant to the hospitality industry.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and empower management teams to reach higher levels of performance and engagement.
- Ability to align teams with the company’s culture, maintaining a balanced and positive workplace atmosphere.
- Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
- Self-awareness and willingness to seek continuous improvement in leadership abilities.
- Proficiency in setting strategic goals, creating actionable plans, and translating plans into measurable results.
- Ability to objectively and subjectively measure performance, holding direct accountability for meeting operational expectations.
- Competitive base salary
- Weekly pay schedule
- Paid time off
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Long Term Incentive Plan
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Supportive work-life balance
Equal Opportunity Employer