BLC Recruiting Looking for Restaurant Director of Operations at NEW YORK, NY Full Time

We are currently seeking a Director of Operations for a great opportunity in the New York, NY area. The ideal candidate will possess 10 years of experience in casual-upscale multi-unit restaurants. The Director of Operations will be responsible for achieving the financial potential, Management, and Employee Training and Development.

Responsibilities of the Restaurant Director of Operations

• Attain the financial objectives of the business through effective management of people, product, service and facility processes, including a focus on the revenue and profit components
• Understand and modify the existing management systems including labor management systems, inventory management systems, accountability systems (including reward and recognition), logistics and communication systems (including development and feedback mechanisms)
• Implement improved processes and management methods to generate higher ROI and workflow optimization.
• Implement processes and systems that will generate higher productivity and revenues.
• Provide visible leadership to unit level employee base (to the entire enterprise) while generating a restaurant atmosphere where the expectations of the staff and customers are exceeded routinely
• Develop policies and procedures to ensure the achievement of goals related to cash flow, revenue growth, cost of goods sold, labor costs and other operating expenses on a daily basis
• Increase revenue through up-selling and promotional programs, and improved employee product knowledge and training
• Develop and direct the management of our Information Technology systems to ensure that all operating systems are continuously evaluated for proper operation, relevance, and utilization
• Continually investigate and introduce process improvement measures and present suggestions to the CEO for consideration
• Participate in vendor negotiations to ensure product relevance and cost-efficiency
• Special projects as agreed with the CEO to support the business requirements of the organization
• Assist CEO/Owner in the development of a multi-year strategic plan for the Enterprise
• Develop annual business plans identifying key activities and priorities
• Implement and communicate operational strategies and solutions in line with the company’s strategic plan
• Set and monitor Operational Budgets Ensure the Operation’s business continuity.

Requirements of the Restaurant Director of Operations

• 10 years of experience with multi-unit restaurant
• Successful experience in training, troubleshooting, people development, and financials
• New store opening experience, preferred
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret common industry or business journals, financial reports and legal documents

Compensation for the Restaurant Director of Operations

• Full-time Salary: $140,000.00 to $150,000.00 /year
• Experience: casual-upscale restaurant multi-unit: 10 years