Group Operations Director

COREcruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hospitality group in the North is searching for a Group Operations Director to oversee operations across multiple brands. This leadership role involves driving growth through operational excellence and creating a people-first culture. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in multi-site operations and experience working with senior stakeholders. The salary is negotiable based on the right person's qualifications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience overseeing operations across multiple brands or concepts.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, founder-led environment.
• Strong track record in multi-site, multi-brand operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations across multiple brands for efficiency and success.
• Lead and develop a team to achieve strong performance.
• Drive growth through operational excellence and guest experience.
• Partner with founders on brand development and new site openings.

Skills

Multi-site management

Operational excellence

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Creative problem-solving

Job description

Group Operations Director – Multi-Brand Hospitality (North)

Are you an experienced operator who thrives in a fast-moving, founder-led environment?

We’re looking for a Group Operations Director to help shape the next chapter of a growing, multi-brand hospitality group.

With operations across branded restaurants, quick-service dining, and broader hospitality concepts, this role offers variety, pace, and the challenge of scaling multiple brands under one roof. You’ll be leading from the front, balancing day-to-day operational excellence with longer-term growth and brand development.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee operations across multiple brands, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and commercial success.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of regional and site-level operators to deliver strong performance and culture.
• Drive growth through operational excellence, guest experience, and profitability.
• Partner with founders on expansion, brand development, and new site openings.
• Review performance data to identify areas for improvement and innovation.
• Implement scalable systems and processes to support future growth.
• Create a people-first culture built on accountability, development, and collaboration.

Looking for

We’re seeking a director-level hospitality leader with proven experience overseeing operations across multiple brands or concepts.

You’ll be commercially sharp, operationally hands‑on, and resilient, comfortable working in a fast-paced, founder-led environment where agility and adaptability are key.

This role will suit someone who:

• Has a strong track record in multi-site, multi-brand operations.
• Combines structure and process with creativity and commercial thinking.
• Enjoys working closely with founders and senior stakeholders to bring ambitious growth plans to life.
• Leads with integrity, clarity, and a people‑first mindset.

Location: North, with regular travel across the region. Salary: Negotiable, we’re focused on finding the right person for the role.

For a confidential discussion, please get in touch.