Group Operations Leader — Multi-Site Hospitality

Noel-Group-52b431cf; Cork; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Noel Group, in Cork, is seeking a Group Operations Manager to oversee a multi-site restaurant portfolio and drive profitability, service standards, and guest satisfaction. This senior role requires leadership of General Managers across locations, plus a focus on cost control, performance metrics, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will bring robust hospitality leadership experience, a track record of delivering results, and the ability to transform strategy into measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in Hospitality.
• Must have experience in the same role or be ready to step forward in the career.
• Living in Ireland and have the right to work in ROI.
• Visa and Relocation packages are not provided.

Responsibilities

• Take full accountability for the commercial and operational performance of multiple restaurant locations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop General Managers while driving accountability for results.
• Manage sales performance, labour costs, productivity targets, and operational KPIs.
• Review location profitability and implement corrective action plans where required.
• Drive operational consistency, service standards, food quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Lead new restaurant openings, operational projects, and business improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate recruitment, training, suppliers, equipment, and operational readiness.
• Oversee fleet management, utilities, insurance renewals, and operational contracts.
• Chair regular operations meetings and ensure action plans are completed on time.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to implement strategic business priorities.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Multi-site leadership

Job description

Noel Group, in Cork, is seeking a Group Operations Manager to oversee a multi-site restaurant portfolio and drive profitability, service standards, and guest satisfaction. This senior role requires leadership of General Managers across locations, plus a focus on cost control, performance metrics, and continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will bring robust hospitality leadership experience, a track record of delivering results, and the ability to transform strategy into measurable outcomes.