Group Operations Director

TipTopJob; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-brand hospitality group in the UK is seeking an experienced Group Operations Director. The role involves leading operations across various brands, driving growth, and fostering a strong team culture. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in multi-site operations and the ability to navigate a dynamic, founder-led environment. Salary is negotiable for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Proven experience overseeing operations across multiple brands or concepts.
• Strong track record in multi-site, multi-brand operations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with founders and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations across multiple brands, ensuring consistency and success.
• Lead and develop a team for strong performance.
• Drive growth through guest experience and profitability.
• Implement scalable systems to support growth.

Skills

Operational excellence

Team leadership

Commercial acumen

Growth strategy

Job description

Overview

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.

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.