Operations Manager - Hospitality/Food&Beverage

Summary

A founder-led, multi-concept restaurant and bar group is seeking an Operations Manager to help scale execution, consistency, and profitability across their locations. The owner is a true visionary; Deeply knowledgeable about food, service, and atmosphere, but the business has reached a point where success depends on translating that vision into systems that work without him being everywhere at once.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations across multiple restaurant/bar locations

• Turn brand standards into clear, scalable operating procedures

• Coach and hold General Managers accountable for performance and profitability

• Drive consistency in service, food quality, and guest experience

• Improve same-store sales, costs, and customer feedback metrics

Job Requirements

• Multi-unit restaurant operations leadership experience

• Strong ability to enforce standards and develop managers

• Hands-on, field-oriented leadership style

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, founder-led environment

• Results-driven with strong operational and financial acumen

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