Director of Restaurant Operations

Recruiting Partner: Arsham Kamali

Jacksonville, Florida | Food & Beverage & Lodging | Not Remote | $90,000 to $100,000 | Job ID: 155753

Job Summary

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We are seeking a Director of Restaurant Operations to oversee multi-unit operations, elevate team performance, and drive profitability across locations. This is a highly visible leadership role where you’ll collaborate with ownership, manage teams, and deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience.
  • Performance Bonuses: Based on financial and operational goals.
  • Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Retirement Benefits: Employer-matched 401(k) plan.
  • Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO, flexible scheduling, and travel support.
  • Professional Growth: Leadership development and career advancement opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily restaurant operations across multiple locations, ensuring efficiency and consistency
  • Develop and implement strategic initiatives to optimize profitability and guest satisfaction
  • Lead, mentor, and develop General Managers, Executive Chefs, and restaurant teams
  • Collaborate with marketing to create innovative promotions and revenue-driving initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and operational standards
  • Manage vendor relationships and optimize supply chain and cost efficiency

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant/hospitality environment
  • 3+ years in a multi-unit operations role, successfully managing multiple locations
  • Strong ability to analyze performance metrics, streamline operations, and drive profitability
  • Proven experience in budget management, cost control, and financial oversight
  • Expertise in team leadership, employee training, and performance management
  • Strong understanding of restaurant management technology, POS systems, and operational software
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% to support multi-location operations
  • Passion for guest experience, hospitality, and service excellence

Director of Restaurant Operations, Multi-Unit Operations, Restaurant Leadership, Hospitality Careers, Food Service Manager, P&L Management, Team Development, Restaurant Scaling, Chef-Driven Concept

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

 

JOB ID: 155753

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Additional Information

At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

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At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

Arsham Kamali

Senior Recruiting Partner & Development Coach