Regional Director of Operations

Regional Director of Operations

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

If you're energized by building, growing, and improving operations, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Supporting a growing portfolio of hospitality operations, you'll help launch new locations, build high-performing teams, design innovative programs, and create exceptional guest experiences.

We're seeking a leader who embraces change, thinks creatively, and enjoys turning ideas into operational success. As the business continues to expand, you'll partner with leaders across multiple markets to drive growth, develop talent, and bring new concepts and initiatives to life.

This position requires up to 90% travel throughout Texas and Oklahoma and plays a key role in supporting operations within a dynamic 24/7 environment.

This role includes a car allowance. Relocation assistance may be offered for the right candidate, subject to company guidelines.

The Regional Director of Operations provides strategic leadership across multiple districts, driving service quality, operational consistency, and business success. Overseeing District Managers (DMs), this role champions operational best practices, efficiency, and team development. Reporting directly to senior executive leadership, the Regional Director ensures compliance with brand standards, financial growth, operational consistency, and high employee engagement throughout the region. The role fosters a culture of accountability, innovation, and exceptional customer experiences while managing regional budgets and performance strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct oversight and strategic direction to District Managers and General Managers, ensuring operational excellence, brand consistency, and compliance across all locations.
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate DMs; build a strong leadership pipeline and drive succession planning and team engagement across the region.
• Oversee regional financial results, P&L performance, budgeting, and revenue growth strategies, analyzing metrics to maximize profit and efficiency.
• Conduct regular site visits and operational audits to ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and service quality.
• Partner with DMs and support partners to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction, resolve escalated operational issues, and foster strong client relationships.
• Lead regional rollouts of corporate initiatives, technology implementations, and operational enhancements to support business expansion.

Preferred Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 5+ years of multi-unit operations leadership experience in high-volume hospitality, corporate services, or retail environments, directly managing District Managers.
• Experience supporting new business openings, operational transitions, or multi-site growth initiatives is preferred.
• Proven track record of driving operational excellence, consistency, and process improvements across multiple districts while maintaining adherence to brand standards.
• Demonstrated capability in executive leadership, talent acquisition, succession planning, and mentoring district leadership teams to build strong operational capability.
• Strong financial acumen with extensive experience managing multi-site P&L budgets, revenue strategy, cost controls, and performance metrics analysis.
• Exceptional client relationship management, strategic communication, and change management skills, with the ability to lead strategic initiatives and support business growth.

Our Core Values

We believe we're better together. As one team spanning coast to coast, our core values guide our actions, shape our culture, and define our service.

Hospitality

Great hospitality starts with demonstrating genuine care for others. We do this through great food, thoughtful service, and safe, responsible practices that protect our guests and teams.

Kindness and Respect

Two words that go hand-in-hand in what our work is truly about: taking care of people. Everyone has a seat at our table. We take the time to understand others and listen, valuing diverse perspectives and responding with compassion and empathy.

Trust

We earn trust by doing what we say we're going to do and taking ownership. We understand people count on us to deliver with consistency, honesty, and accountability across every location and line of business.

Innovation

We embrace fresh thinking and collaboration to find smarter ways to serve. With the flexibility to adapt across industries, we design dining and workplace solutions that move our clients, partners and teams forward.

Excellence

Excellence is how we operate daily. We hold ourselves to high expectations and take pride in our work. We lead with energy, creativity, and a service mindset that turns everyday into something exceptional.

Apply to Eurest today!

Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.