Regional Vice President

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Kentucky.

📋 Description

• Develop and execute strategies that enhance outcomes related to personnel, performance, and profitability across all districts.

• Promote a culture of high performance and accountability while upholding company values.

• Maintain a consistent presence in restaurants as the Operations expert on systems and processes.

• Cultivate organizational talent and strengthen leadership capabilities; nurture internal leaders and attract high-potential candidates.

• Assess district manager performance and ensure the establishment of robust leadership pipelines at each location.

• Communicate company initiatives, programs, and focal points to district managers, ensuring uniform execution.

• Lead and mentor teams in executing both national and local marketing initiatives aimed at boosting sales.

• Enhance profitability through the analysis of financial data, trend evaluations, and identification of improvement opportunities.

• Coach district managers on restaurant visits while maximizing revenue and profit, ensuring exceptional guest and team experiences.

• Guarantee compliance with safety, regulatory, food safety, employment, and alcohol-service standards.

• Conduct restaurant visits across districts to review adherence to policy, procedure, equipment, and facility maintenance standards.

• Achieve recruitment, retention, technology, process, and profitability objectives in collaboration with district managers and shared services teams.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of experience in restaurant operations, combining practical experience and education.

• Proven experience in a multi-unit restaurant setting.

• Leadership background within a corporate framework and experience in a growth-oriented organization.

• Certification in any local or provincial food and/or alcohol handling as required.

• At least a High School Diploma or its equivalent.

• Extensive knowledge and experience in managing multi-unit restaurant operations.

• Advanced financial skills, including budget oversight, financial analysis, and P&L management across multiple locations.

• Capability to develop and implement strategic planning, organization, and financial acumen to drive business growth and profitability across various locations.

• Proven ability to lead high-performing teams and establish talent management and bench planning strategies.

• Proficient in developing a talent pipeline, attracting and retaining top talent, and fostering accountability and high performance.

• Exceptional communication, messaging, and interpersonal skills.

• Familiarity with local, state, and federal food safety, labor, licensing, and alcohol regulations.

• Experience in driving operational excellence, customer service, continuous improvement, best practices, SOPs, and performance metrics.

• Advanced strategic problem-solving and rapid decision-making abilities.

• Strong organizational and time-management capabilities.

• Proficient in restaurant management software, financial analysis, and project management tools.

• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays; travel as required.

• Ability to perform physical tasks at the restaurant level, including walking, standing, bending, stooping, twisting, and lifting up to 45 pounds.

• A valid driver's license and the ability to drive and/or fly to locations as per brand requirements.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Flexible work schedules.

• Employee discounts and perks.