Area Director

Jobtailor

Nashville (TN)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 210,000

Full time

8 days ago

Get more replies from employers

Send a job-specific resume in minutes.

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a senior leader to oversee a network of restaurants in the Nashville area, driving sales and ensuring operational excellence. You will lead and mentor management teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences aligned with brand standards.

Responsibilities include achieving KPIs and EBITDA targets, optimizing costs, and launching innovative sales strategies across locations. A strong financial acumen and merchandising savvy are essential.

Qualifications

Extensive experience leading multiple restaurants within a full-service and upscale casual dining environment.
Proven ability to drive sales growth and achieve KPIs across a market.
Strong financial acumen and cost-management capabilities.
Deep commitment to guest experience and staff development.
Proficiency with POS and corporate software systems for operations.

Responsibilities

Oversee multiple restaurants within a designated market.
Drive sales growth and ensure operational excellence.
Lead restaurants in delivering guest-centric experiences tailored to the local market.
Guide teams in achieving KPIs, EBITDA targets, and cost-control goals.
Ensure compliance with brand standards, health codes, and safety protocols.

Skills

Multi-Restaurant Leadership

Sales Growth Strategy

Financial Acumen

Guest-Centric Mindset

POS Software Proficiency

Tools

POS Systems

Corporate Software Systems

Job description

Responsibilities

Oversee multiple restaurants within a designated market
Drive sales growth and ensure operational excellence
Lead restaurants in delivering personalized, guest-centric experiences tailored to the local market
Guide teams in achieving KPIs, EBITDA targets, and cost-control goals
Ensure compliance with brand standards, health codes, and safety protocols through regular site visits
Partner with Operating Partners to launch innovative sales strategies and drive revenue
Analyze market trends to adjust tactics and stay ahead of the curve
Champion upselling, marketing initiatives, and service strategies to grow top-line sales
Set strategic direction for the market aligned with company goals
Monitor restaurant performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Mentor Operating Partners and support their development into senior leadership roles
Lead recruitment and onboarding of new management trainees
Promote a unified culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation across locations
Support recruiting, training, and team building across all restaurants in the market
Provide coaching and feedback to elevate team performance
Assist with conflict resolution and employee relations

Requirements

Extensive experience in multi-restaurant leadership in a full-service restaurant company
Experience in a polished/upscale casual dining restaurant company
Strong passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences with a guest-centric mindset
Proven track record in driving sales growth and achieving KPIs
Strong financial acumen
Proficiency in POS and corporate software systems
Excellent interpersonal communication, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence
Prior experience in opening restaurants is strongly preferred
Must reside within the Tennessee market, ideally Nashville, TN
Must be able to travel extensively, up to 75% of the time
Ability to perform essential functions including prolonged standing, walking, and other physical tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive experience in multi-restaurant leadership, driving sales growth, and achieving KPIs while ensuring compliance with brand standards and operational excellence. Capable of mentoring teams, fostering a guest-centric culture, and implementing innovative sales strategies to enhance performance across multiple locations.

Highest-signal resume keywords