Vice President of Hospitality Operations

Bon Appetit Salary: $200,000 - $225,000 per year Job Summary: The Vice President of Hospitality Operations will lead a high‑profile, national hospitality program based out of the Northern California Bay Area. This role carries full operational accountability for performance, client partnership, culinary excellence, and team alignment across multiple cities and potentially around the world in a complex and fast‑moving environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and align Senior Directors across a national hospitality program with global reach Drive operational excellence in food and beverage, service standards, and client engagement Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and client expectations Oversee food quality, allergen protocols, safety, and culinary integrity Build executive‑level client relationships Navigate high‑pressure dynamics with composure Balance long‑term strategy with hands‑on operational leadership Drive performance, financial outcomes, and accountability while protecting culture Represent hospitality excellence from frontline operations to executive stakeholders Ideal Candidate Profile District Manager experience or above, ideally at VP or comparable scope Demonstrated accolades in hospitality or culinary excellence Deep operational background with culinary foundation preferred Experience in complex, client‑driven hospitality environments Strong command of allergens, food safety, and quality standards Strategic thinker who operates well in ambiguity Highly organized and execution oriented Confident communicator with credibility from frontline teams to CFO level Quality driven, energetic, and steady under pressure Balances hospitality heart with operational discipline Calm, resilient, adaptable, and strong across multiple dimensions 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 Equal Opportunity Employment 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. Background Screening Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: Legal Disclaimer Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr