Area Manager

Zachary Daniels; Ireland; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car

Benefits package

Job summary

Zachary Daniels is recruiting an Area Manager for a well‑established Dublin/GD region within the hospitality retail sector. You will lead multi-site operations, coach Store/Restaurant Managers, and drive health & safety, customer experience, and profitability across your area.

The role offers a clear path to Regional Manager, a competitive package including a company car and excellent benefits, and the chance to shape performance across a dynamic, growth‑oriented group.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Area Manager or similar leadership role overseeing multi-site operations.
• Strong background in customer-focused, people-led environments such as hospitality or retail.
• Proven track record of developing high-performing teams and driving profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop Store/Restaurant Managers to deliver outstanding results.
• Conduct regular site visits focusing on Health & Safety compliance, customer experience, productivity vs payroll, and standards.
• Analyse regional performance and implement strategies to improve key metrics.
• Identify training needs and support succession planning across your area.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and HR processes.

Skills

People management

Hospitality/retail experience

Driver's license

Job description

Area Manager - Hospitality - Retail - Dublin

Highly Competitive Salary + Company Car + Excellent overall Benefits

We are working with a well‑established and growing Restaurant Group to recruit a people‑focused Area Manager to oversee operations across the Dublin / Greater Dublin Region. This role will see you managing Multi Site Locations and playing a key role in driving both operational excellence and team development.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting time to join the business as it continues to expand within the market. No two days will be the same, and you'll be given the opportunity to grow your career with a clear development pathway towards a Regional Manager position

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop Store / Restaurant Managers to deliver outstanding results
• Conduct regular site visits, focusing on: Health & Safety compliance Customer experience and satisfaction Productivity vs payroll performance Commercial and operational standards
• Analyse regional performance and implement strategies to improve key people and business metrics
• Identify training needs and support succession planning across your area
• Ensure full compliance with company policies and procedures, including handling HR‑related matters effectively

What We're Looking For

• Current experience as an Area Manager, Cluster Manager, Regional Manager
• Strong background in a customer‑focused, people‑led environment, such as: Hospitality / Restaurants / QSR Retail (Fashion, Department Stores, General Merchandise, Food Retail)
• A proven track record of developing high‑performing teams
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to drive profitability.
• Full driving licence and flexibility to travel across the region
• Have ideally started your career on a graduate programme, not essential.
• Experience in working within multi functions outside of the normal operational role would be an advantage.

Why Apply?

• Clear progression to Regional Manager
• Join a growing, dynamic business
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Autonomy and real impact across your region

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