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Senior Director of Operations

Hartford, CT 06101

Posted: 02/26/2025 Job Number: 169 Salary: $100K-$120K

Job Description

The Talent Shop is seeking a high-energy, results-driven Senior Director of Restaurant Operations to lead and elevate our multi-unit restaurant operations. This role is ideal for a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to drive operational excellence, maximize profitability, and enhance the guest experience.

Why Join our team?

  • A growing, innovative hospitality group with a strong reputation for excellence

  • Competitive salary + performance-based incentives

  • A leadership team that values collaboration, innovation, and accountability

  • A clear pathway for growth into an executive-level role

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop appropriate infrastructure, systems, and processes, setting high standards for effectiveness, accountability, and excellence

  • Manage daily operations of multiple restaurant brands and ensure adherence to company standards

  • Develop and execute strategic initiatives to drive sales growth, profitability, and guest satisfaction

  • Lead, mentor, and develop General Managers and Operations Teams to build a culture of excellence

  • Optimize cost-control measures, P&Ls, and financial performance

  • Standardize and enhance operational procedures, service quality, and brand consistency

  • Drive guest experience initiatives to elevate satisfaction and retention

  • Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, ensuring maximum profitability and cost efficiency

  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements

  • Identify and implement technology and systems to improve restaurant performance

  • Build high-performance teams, identify and coach up-and-coming leaders

  • Increase profitability through implementing procedures to reduce costs, increase productivity, and promote sales

  • Foster a culture of accountability, hospitality excellence, and employee development

What We’re Looking For:

  • 5-7 years of experience in a similar leadership role, preferably in the restaurant or hospitality industry

  • A bachelor’s degree in business or hospitality is strongly preferred

  • Strong financial acumen, with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management

  • A hands-on, people-first leader who can build and develop high-performing teams

  • A track record of scaling restaurant operations, driving efficiency, and enhancing profitability

  • Ability to problem-solve, adapt quickly, and lead with innovation in a dynamic environment

  • Experience implementing technology-driven solutions to enhance restaurant performance and guest experience

  • Excellent communication, project management, and analytical skills

Location: [Hybrid Office, Field, & Remote Location]

Compensation: Competitive salary + performance-based incentives
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