Director of Real Estate and Risk Management

About Us:Specialty Restaurants is a leader in the hospitality industry, managing iconic restaurants and event spaces across the country. Our portfolio includes some of the most celebrated dining destinations, each offering exceptional cuisine, breathtaking views, and a memorable guest experience. In addition to our diverse restaurant concepts, SRC also manages an extensive real estate portfolio, including prime waterfront properties and landmark locations. Specialty Restaurants has a rich legacy that also extends into aviation, with roots tracing back to our founder. This history continues to inspire us in our pursuit of innovation and excellence in all areas of our business. We are dedicated to delivering extraordinary guest experiences and upholding our commitment to quality and service across our properties.The Director of Real Estate and Risk Management leads the administration, performance, and protection of the company’s real estate, aviation, and business assets. The role oversees lease administration, property operations, financial analysis, insurance, claims, loss prevention, safety, and security. Working cross-functionally with Operations, Accounting, Human Resources, Legal, Development, internal and external advisors, the Director identifies exposures, fulfills contractual obligations, improves asset performance, and implements practical controls that protect people, property, and enterprise value.Top-notch Benefits:Competitive salary in the range of $150,000-$170,000 annually depending on experienceBenefits including vacation pay, medical, dental and vision insuranceLifestyle Spending Account, this benefit supports you and your family in numerous ways such as through gym memberships, child care, groceries, student loans & more!Weekly lunches provided on site Mondays-WednesdaysCompany dining package with allotted spending amount each monthVariety of Supplemental Benefit Plans for life's unknowns401k with annual employer match after 12 monthsEmployer paid life Insurance throughout the length of employmentPaid/Floating holidays for 10 major holidaysEducation Assistance Program (EdAP) for hospitality related education growthEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) to assist with work life balanceManagement Referral Program with up to a $4,000 payout for qualifying managementEmployment Classification- Salaried, ExemptJob DutiesReal Estate and Asset ManagementOversee day-to-day management of assigned commercial properties, vacant assets, and properties held for sale, including maintenance, security, market readiness, and vendor performance.Serve as the company’s principal representative for assigned property-management matters and ensure contractual owner and landlord obligations are met.Administer existing and new leases, including critical dates, rent and common-area-maintenance obligations, tenant and landlord compliance, vacancy reporting, renewals, and other material lease provisions.Maintain accurate property records, condition documentation, and an annual inspection program for properties and significant assets.Source and evaluate vendors, obtain competitive bids, negotiate terms, supervise improvements, approve invoices within authority, and maintain properties to company and owner standards.Develop and monitor preventive-maintenance and capital-improvement plans to preserve asset condition and extend useful life.Support leasing and disposition activities by maintaining show-ready conditions, responding to appropriate inquiries, and coordinating with brokers, consultants, and prospective users.Financial Management and ReportingDevelop and administer property and risk-management budgets, cash-flow forecasts, operating reviews, and corrective-action plans.Analyze monthly financial results, budget variances, receivables, common-area-maintenance documentation, and return-on-investment considerations related to acquisitions, sales, renovations, and capital projects.Coordinate with Accounting to document and collect revenue due under lease obligations and to maintain complete, auditable records.Participate in weekly development and portfolio meetings and provide concise reporting on projects, properties, receivables, insurance matters, budgets, cash flow, and material risks.Risk Management, Insurance, and Loss PreventionLead the company’s enterprise risk management program for restaurant operations, employees, guests, properties, aviation assets, and other business assets.Manage insurance renewals, coverage reviews, certificates of insurance, audits, and relationships with insurance brokers, carriers, third-party administrators, and other advisors.Oversee timely reporting, investigation, documentation, and resolution of claims, incidents, property damage, and other loss events in partnership with Operations, Human Resources, Legal, and applicable business leaders.Analyze claims, incident, and loss trends; identify root causes and material exposures; and develop corrective action plans to reduce recurrence and control total cost of risk.Partner with restaurant and corporate leaders to implement consistent safety, security, loss prevention, and emergency-preparedness practices across locations.Monitor contractual insurance requirements, indemnification and risk transfer provisions, applicable regulations, and required documentation; escalate gaps and drive timely resolution.Develop key risk indicators, dashboards, procedures, and executive reporting to measure program effectiveness and communicate significant exposures and recommendations.Aviation and Cross-Functional SupportOversee administration of company aviation assets, including maintenance, usage, records, vendor coordination, insurance, and compliance documentation.Build collaborative relationships across departments and with tenants, clients, owners, consultants, brokers, carriers, and vendors.Maintain a professional, service-oriented approach in all written, telephone, and in-person interactions.Perform other related duties and projects as assigned by the CEO, President, COO, or CFO.Education/ Experience:Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business, finance, risk management, property management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.At least five years of progressive experience in commercial real estate, property management, lease administration, or asset management.Demonstrated experience with commercial leases, property financial statements, budgets, capital projects, vendor management, and regulatory or contractual compliance.Experience managing corporate risk, commercial insurance, claims, loss prevention, safety, or security programs in a multi-location organization.Strong working knowledge of building systems, preventive maintenance, property inspections, and facilities-related regulatory requirements.Preferred Skills/Abilities:Experience in restaurants, hospitality, retail, or another customer-facing, multi-unit business.Experience managing a multi-state or nationwide property portfolio, including renovations and capital projects.Experience reviewing contracts, leases, insurance provisions, indemnification language, or other risk-transfer terms; paralegal or comparable legal support experience is a plus.Experience overseeing aviation assets or coordinating aviation maintenance, usage, records, and insurance.Professional certification or advanced degree in risk management, insurance, law, or a related discipline preferred; designations such as CRM, CPCU, JD, ARM, CPM, RPA, or comparable credentials are highly valued. #J-18808-Ljbffr Specialty Restaurants