Area Director

Responsibilities Oversee multiple restaurants within a designated market Drive sales growth and ensure operational excellence Lead restaurants in delivering personalized, guest-centric experiences tailored to the local market Guide teams in achieving KPIs, EBITDA targets, and cost-control goals Ensure compliance with brand standards, health codes, and safety protocols through regular site visits Partner with Operating Partners to launch innovative sales strategies and drive revenue Analyze market trends to adjust tactics and stay ahead of the curve Champion upselling, marketing initiatives, and service strategies to grow top-line sales Set strategic direction for the market aligned with company goals Monitor restaurant performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement Mentor Operating Partners and support their development into senior leadership roles Lead recruitment and onboarding of new management trainees Promote a unified culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation across locations Support recruiting, training, and team building across all restaurants in the market Provide coaching and feedback to elevate team performance Assist with conflict resolution and employee relations Requirements Extensive experience in multi-restaurant leadership in a full-service restaurant company Experience in a polished/upscale casual dining restaurant company Strong passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences with a guest-centric mindset Proven track record in driving sales growth and achieving KPIs Strong financial acumen Proficiency in POS and corporate software systems Excellent interpersonal communication, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence Prior experience in opening restaurants is strongly preferred Must reside within the Tennessee market, ideally Nashville, TN Must be able to travel extensively, up to 75% of the time Ability to perform essential functions including prolonged standing, walking, and other physical tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation Core Competencies Demonstrates extensive experience in multi-restaurant leadership, driving sales growth, and achieving KPIs while ensuring compliance with brand standards and operational excellence. Capable of mentoring teams, fostering a guest-centric culture, and implementing innovative sales strategies to enhance performance across multiple locations. Highest-signal resume keywords Multi-Restaurant Leadership Sales Growth Strategy Financial Acumen Guest-Centric Mindset POS Software Proficiency ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Sales Growth KPI Achievement Cost Control Market Trend Analysis Restaurant Opening Experience Soft Skills Interpersonal Communication Critical Thinking Emotional Intelligence Coaching and Feedback Conflict Resolution Industry Keywords Full-Service Restaurant Upscale Casual Dining Health Codes Compliance Safety Protocols Team Building Tools & Technologies POS Systems Corporate Software Systems #J-18808-Ljbffr