Chief Operating Officer - BEH

Leap Brands; Firestone Park (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Leap Brands is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to lead our high-growth quick service restaurant brand and drive expansion with operational excellence. As COO, you will fuse strategic thinking, strong business acumen and hospitality to optimize restaurant performance, elevate guest experiences, and scale our brand across locations.

You will lead cross-functional teams, shape growth plans, and uphold brand standards while driving profitability and a culture of excellence that motivates staff and

Qualifications

• Seasoned executive leadership experience in restaurant/quick service or fast-casual brands.
• Strong strategic thinking with growth-focused mindset.
• Proven ability to lead operations, guest experience, and brand standards.

Responsibilities

• Visionary leadership for brand expansion and success.
• Oversee restaurant operations, optimizing efficiency and quality.
• Develop and execute growth strategy while maintaining brand integrity.
• Collaborate with culinary teams to introduce new menu items.
• Inspire and empower restaurant teams with a culture of excellence.
• Uphold brand standards across locations and ensure consistent service.
• Drive profitability through budgeting, cost management, and revenue growth.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Operations management

Team leadership

Industry knowledge

Growth mindset

Communication

Job description

Are you a visionary leader with a hunger for success and a passion for crafting exceptional dining experiences? Are you ready to take the reins and drive a dynamic quick service restaurant brand to new heights? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We’re on the lookout for a seasoned and innovative Chief Operating Officer to join our high-growth restaurant brand and lead us on an extraordinary journey of expansion and success.

Role Overview:

As the COO of our rapidly growing quick service restaurant brand, you’ll be the mastermind behind our operational excellence, ensuring that our restaurants operate like a finely-tuned culinary orchestra. Your mission, should you choose to accept it (and trust us, you’ll want to), is to bring together the perfect blend of business acumen, strategic thinking, and a dash of spice to lead our brand to the forefront of the industry.

Responsibilities:

• Visionary Leadership: Set the course for our brand’s expansion and success, leading with passion, creativity, and a focus on delivering unparalleled dining experiences.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee all aspects of restaurant operations, optimizing efficiency and quality to ensure a seamless customer journey from order to service.
• Growth Strategy: Collaborate with the executive team to develop and execute strategic plans for rapid expansion while maintaining brand integrity.
• Culinary Innovation: Work closely with our culinary team to create and launch exciting new menu items, keeping our customers eagerly coming back for more.
• Team Empowerment: Inspire and empower our restaurant teams, nurturing a culture of excellence, teamwork, and customer-centricity.
• Brand Standards: Uphold and reinforce our brand identity across all locations, ensuring consistency and excellence in service and product offerings.
• Financial Stewardship: Drive profitability through effective budgeting, cost management, and revenue growth initiatives.

Requirements:

• Seasoned Experience: Proven track record as a high-level executive within the restaurant industry, ideally within quick service or fast-casual brands.
• Strategic Vision: Visionary thinker with a knack for identifying growth opportunities and turning them into reality.
• Operational Prowess: Strong understanding of restaurant operations and a passion for delivering outstanding guest experiences.
• Leadership Chops: Inspirational leader with the ability to motivate and mentor teams to achieve greatness.
• Industry Savvy: A pulse on industry trends, consumer preferences, and a drive to stay ahead of the curve.
• Growth Mindset: A hunger for driving expansion and scaling operations in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Collaborative Nature: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adept at fostering strong cross-functional partnerships.

If you’re ready to take the reins of a high-growth quick service restaurant brand and lead it to savory success, then this is the role for you! Join us in crafting a delightful dining journey for our customers while leaving a lasting mark on the restaurant industry.