Corporate Training Manager

Corporate Training Manager Location: Hybrid (Southern California-based preferred) Full-Time | Exempt Company Overview Established Los Angeles–based, multi-unit restaurant brand rooted in authentic East Coast pizza traditions. The company has grown steadily across Southern California and is preparing for continued expansion. The brand is quality-driven, community-focused, and committed to operational consistency as it scales. Position Summary The Director of Training will lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of company-wide training systems to support operational excellence and future growth. This individual will design scalable infrastructure to ensure consistent execution across existing locations and upcoming openings, partnering cross-functionally with Operations and HR to align training with leadership development and succession planning. Key Responsibilities Develop and refine structured training systems for multi-unit operations Standardize materials and readiness benchmarks for new location launches Build certification processes for managers and hourly team members Oversee digital learning platforms and drive adoption across locations Translate operational standards into measurable training programs Establish train-the-trainer processes and certified training locations Partner with HR on compliance training execution Develop leadership pathways focused on execution, financial acumen, and accountability Implement dashboards to track completion, readiness, and skill gaps Evaluate training effectiveness and tie outcomes to operational performance Qualifications 4+ years of multi-unit restaurant leadership experience in Training, Operations, or L&D Proven new restaurant opening support experience Experience managing or implementing LMS platforms Strong understanding of restaurant technology and POS systems Demonstrated ability to build scalable training programs Knowledge of hospitality compliance standards Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills Bilingual preferred; willingness to travel required Ideal Profile Hands-on operator with a systems mindset who thrives in growth-oriented, performance-driven restaurant brands. #J-18808-Ljbffr