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Regional Director of Operations - Full Service Restaurant

leap brandsCharleston, SC

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Occupations

Food Service ManagersGeneral and Operations ManagersFirst-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers

Industries

Full-Service RestaurantsLimited-Service RestaurantsCafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets
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Regional Director of Operations
Industry: Full-Service Dining
Position Overview: A well-established, nationally recognized restaurant group is seeking an experienced, results-driven Director of Operations to oversee a group of high-volume, full-service restaurants. This role is responsible for operational excellence, financial performance, and team development across multiple locations. We're looking for a proven multi-unit leader who thrives in a full-service dining environment with bar operations, has a strong track record of delivering results, and is passionate about creating exceptional guest experiences.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead 8–10 restaurants within the assigned territory, ensuring operational, service, and brand standards are met
  • Recruit, develop, and mentor General Managers to deliver strong performance and leadership bench strength
  • Drive operational and financial results through effective P&L management, including food cost, labor, and controllable expenses
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to implement initiatives that enhance guest satisfaction and team engagement
  • Why This Role?
  • This is a high-impact opportunity with a respected, growing brand where you'll have the ability to shape regional performance, build a strong leadership bench, and influence guest experience at a multi-state level.
Qualifications:
  • 4+ years of multi-unit leadership in full-service casual or fine dining
  • Proven ability to lead and develop teams across multiple high-volume locations
  • Strong financial acumen with a history of achieving operational targets
  • Experience managing bar programs and alcohol compliance
  • Strong preference for backgrounds from brands such as Texas Roadhouse, Outback Steakhouse, LongHorn, Chili's, BJ's Brewhouse, Yard House, Buffalo Wild Wings, or similar

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Manager

Location

Charleston, SC

Occupation

Food Service Managers

Industry

Full-Service Restaurants

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