Vice President of Operations - Growing Asian Restaurant Brand | Hybrid Opportunity
Are you an accomplished restaurant executive with a passion for operations, franchising, brand growth, and leadership?
We are seeking an experienced Vice President of Operations to join a rapidly growing and highly respected Asian restaurant brand. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of the brand by driving operational excellence, supporting franchise partners, leading high-performing teams, and executing long-term strategic initiatives.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an innovative hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-unit environment and is excited to influence the growth of a nationally recognized restaurant brand.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $130,000 - $140,000
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:
Hybrid work environment (minimum three days per week in the office)
Three weeks paid vacation
Paid sick days
Employee Profit Sharing Plan with employer matching contributions
Comprehensive Health & Dental Benefits
Annual Health & Wellness Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program offering mental health, legal and financial support
Up to $2,000 annually toward professional development and continuing education
On-site parking
Position Overview
As Vice President of Operations, you will provide strategic leadership across operations, marketing, brand development, and franchise support. You will work closely with the executive leadership team to strengthen brand positioning, improve operational performance, and develop long-term growth strategies. Success in this role requires an exceptional combination of operational expertise, business acumen, franchise leadership, marketing insight, and the ability to inspire teams while delivering measurable results.
Key Responsibilities
Executive Leadership
Develop and execute long-term operational and strategic business plans.
Serve as a trusted advisor to the President and Chief Operating Officer by providing business analysis, reporting, and strategic recommendations.
Champion the overall brand vision while ensuring consistency across all operational and marketing initiatives.
Lead and mentor operations and marketing teams, fostering accountability, engagement, and professional development.
Build strong relationships across departments to ensure alignment between operations, marketing, purchasing, and executive leadership.
Lead cross-functional initiatives that support innovation, menu development, customer experience, and brand growth.
Operations & Brand Performance
Drive sales, profitability, and sustainable brand growth across the franchise network.
Partner with franchisees to improve operational performance through coaching, consultation, and best practices.
Oversee annual business objectives and ensure marketing initiatives align with company goals.
Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitive activity to identify growth opportunities.
Lead forecasting, product planning, and operational improvement initiatives.
Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and guest satisfaction.
Monitor departmental budgets and financial performance to ensure organizational objectives are achieved.
Ensure new products, packaging, and operational initiatives follow established corporate processes and timelines.
What We're Looking For
Senior leadership experience within a franchise or multi-unit restaurant organization.
Proven success managing franchisee relationships.
Strong background in restaurant operations and brand management.
Experience developing and executing marketing and brand strategies.
Experience leading digital marketing and social media initiatives.
Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and forecasting.
Exceptional project management and organizational skills.
Ability to lead multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated success building collaborative relationships across departments.
Leadership Competencies
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
Customer-first leadership and a passion for hospitality
Strategic thinking and long-term vision
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to inspire, coach, and develop high-performing teams
Strong change management and innovation capabilities
Results-oriented leadership with a focus on accountability
Collaborative leadership style that promotes teamwork across the organization
Sound business judgment and data-driven decision making
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to become part of the executive leadership team of a growing restaurant organization where your ideas, leadership, and operational expertise will have a direct impact on the company's future success.
If you're an experienced hospitality executive ready to lead growth, strengthen franchise operations, and build an exceptional guest experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply Now! send resume to scotts@geckohospitality.com
