Restaurant Area Director

@ Goodwin Recruiting
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Restaurant Area Director

Manchester, NH
Posted 4 days ago

About the job

Join an established restaurant group as an Area Director, leading 7-8 locations, driving operational excellence, team development, and growth in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • 5–10 years multi-unit leadership
  • Proven P&L management
  • Experience with high-volume operations
  • Leadership over General Managers
  • Knowledge of labor and food cost control

Qualifications

  • Experience overseeing 7+ locations
  • Background in upscale or high-volume dining
  • Experience with store openings
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Drive for operational excellence

Full job description

Area Director – Full Service Restaurants (Multi-Unit)


Join an established restaurant group known for operational excellence and a commitment to outstanding guest experiences. This is a unique opportunity to lead multiple locations and shape high-performing teams, while making a direct impact on growth and culture.


Area Director Benefits & Compensation


  • Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus structure
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off


Area Director Requirements & Qualifications


  • Minimum 5–10 years of multi-unit leadership experience in full-service restaurants
  • Proven track record managing multiple P&Ls and achieving financial targets
  • Strong leadership experience overseeing General Managers and large teams
  • Deep understanding of high-volume, full-service restaurant operations
  • Experience with labor management, food cost control, and inventory systems


Area Director Preferred Background & Skills


  • Experience overseeing 7+ locations simultaneously
  • Background in upscale casual or high-volume dining concepts
  • Experience with new store openings or brand expansion


Area Director Day-to-Day Responsibilities


  • Oversee daily operations of 7–8 full-service restaurant locations to ensure consistent quality and execution of brand standards
  • Conduct regular site visits to assess service, food quality, cleanliness, and the overall guest experience
  • Maintain full P&L responsibility for assigned locations, partnering with General Managers to achieve financial targets
  • Recruit, train, mentor, and develop management teams, fostering a culture of accountability and engagement
  • Address guest feedback trends and uphold consistent brand standards across all restaurants
  • Lead and support company initiatives, including new store openings or market expansion


This is a field-based position and requires regular travel between restaurant locations, as well as a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. If you are a hands-on leader passionate about team development and operational success, this is the perfect next step for your career.

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