VP, OPERATIONS - Corporate Dining

 

Salary: $150,000 - $175,000

Other Forms of Compensation:  

 

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work in 2021, This is R/A !

Job Summary

 

Join us as the Vice President of Operations overseeing premier corporate dining accounts in the New York area!

 

The VP of Operations plays a pivotal role as a strategic partner. They collaborate on high level planning, program development, financial management, and fostering a culture of excellence. This role encompasses overseeing all operational aspects and critical support functions while also focusing on team development.

 

The core focus of this role is developing and aligning objectives among Restaurant Associates and the client portfolio. It involves setting and maintaining high operational standards through the application of extensive business, culinary, and hospitality expertise.

 

Core Responsibilities:

 

Revenue and Profitability Leadership

•             Achieve financial targets and plan for business growth.

•             Ensure operational efficiency and client satisfaction.

•             Identify sales opportunities and present growth plans.

People, Performance, and Culture

•             Foster a culture of growth, recognition, and accountability.

•             Build a high-performing team aligned with Core Values.

•             Establish a performance culture centered on outstanding guest and client experiences.

•             Attract, develop, and retain top talent.

Innovation, Operational Excellence, and Safety
•             Promote company policies and compliance.

•             Create a data-driven, innovative culture.

•             Support Team Members' market understanding.

•             Improve staff and community well-being.

 

Minimum Qualifications

•             Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

•             5+ years of senior management experience.

•             Multi-unit foodservice management experience. 

•             Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

•             Passion for food and hospitality.

•             Proven financial responsibility.

•             Proven coaching and teaching skills.

•             Proficiency in budget management.

•             Familiarity with business scaling and change management.
Additional Qualifications:

•             Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive long-term vision.

•             Self-motivated, adaptable, and committed to quality.

•             Effective communication and influencing skills.

•             Innovative problem-solving and decision-making.

•             Strong interpersonal relationships.

•             Ability to work at all organizational levels.
 

 

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, stat