Director of Operations – Firehouse Subs (Houston, TX)
Lead. Inspire. Grow. Make an Impact.
Firehouse Subs is seeking an experienced, people-focused Director of Operations to oversee approximately 5 high-performing locations across the Houston area. If you’re a passionate leader who loves developing teams, driving strong operations, and creating an outstanding guest experience, this is an opportunity to grow your career with a brand that values heart, hustle, and community.
What You’ll Do
As our Director of Operations, you’ll be the driving force behind your market’s success. You will:
- Lead, mentor, and develop 5+ General Managers and their teams
- Ensure operational excellence across all locations
- Drive sales growth, traffic, and profitability
- Deliver top-tier guest service and uphold brand standards
- Optimize labor, food cost, scheduling, and inventory management
- Implement company initiatives and execute training programs
- Foster a positive culture that supports engagement, retention, and high performance
- Analyze performance metrics and create action plans for continuous improvement
- Support new store openings, remodels, and ongoing brand development
What We’re Looking For
- 2+ years of multi-unit restaurant leadership experience (QSR or Fast Casual preferred)
- Strong ability to coach, motivate, and hold teams accountable
- Proven track record of improving operations and achieving sales goals
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- A hands-on, people-first management style
- Ability to travel between Houston-area stores regularly
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Competitive salary + bonus opportunities based on performance
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off
- Ongoing leadership development and career advancement
- A fun, passionate, community-focused culture founded by firefighters
- The chance to make a real impact on teams, guests, and local communities
Join a Brand With Purpose
If you’re ready to lead with integrity, inspire excellence, and help shape the future of Firehouse Subs in Austin, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and help us continue serving hot subs—and even hotter hospitality!
Firehouse Subs® is a restaurant chain with a passion for hearty and flavorful food, heartfelt service and public safety. Founded in Jacksonville, Florida in 1994 by brothers and former firefighters Chris Sorensen and Robin Sorensen, Firehouse Subs is a brand built on decades of fire and police service, hot and hearty subs piled high with the highest quality meats and cheeses, and its commitment to saving lives through the establishment of the non-profit Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation®.
The founders are the real deal, the food is their creation and the brand is a family of franchise operators who share their same passion for generously serving food and community. For the third consecutive year, based on recent Technomic Insight consumer data, Firehouse Subs was named the No.1 brand in the restaurant industry that "Supports Local Community Activities." This year, Firehouse of America and Firehouse Subs suppliers will together donate a portion of purchases at Firehouse Subs locations to the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for the purchase of lifesaving equipment, with a minimum donation of $1 million.
Our mission is to carry on our commitment to and passion for:
- Hearty and Flavorful Food
- Heartfelt Service, and
- Public Safety