Executive VP, Corporate Dining Operations

Compass Group USA; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 170,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Personal Leave

Job summary

Eurest, a division of Compass Group USA, seeks a Vice President of Operations for Business Dining based in Denver. The role leads a portfolio of client accounts, drives operational excellence, client satisfaction, and financial performance across Colorado.

You will oversee a team of district managers and a large network of operations staff, develop executive relationships, manage budgets exceeding $35 million, and shape growth through service excellence, safety, and talent development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Culinary degree - a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in foodservice hospitality management - business dining strongly preferred.
• Proven success managing large, multi-site operations and leading senior-level teams.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing significant revenue and profit responsibility - experience managing annual budgets/volume of at least $35 million.
• Demonstrated ability to build client relationships and influence executive stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, strategic planning, and change management skills.
• Ability to travel as required - estimated at 25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of District Managers, Regional Directors and Operations leaders across multiple client locations.
• Achieve financial goals including revenue growth, profitability, cost management, and budget adherence.
• Develop and maintain executive-level client relationships to ensure retention and growth.
• Drive operational excellence by implementing best practices, performance standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety programs, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Human Resources to recruit, develop, and retain top talent while fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Monitor key performance indicators and take proactive action to improve client satisfaction, employee engagement, and financial results.
• Collaborate with Business Development teams to support retention and new business opportunities.
• Champion company culture, leadership development, and succession planning initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Communication

Strategic planning

Change management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Culinary degree (a plus)

Job description

Eurest, a division of Compass Group USA, seeks a Vice President of Operations for Business Dining based in Denver. The role leads a portfolio of client accounts, drives operational excellence, client satisfaction, and financial performance across Colorado.

You will oversee a team of district managers and a large network of operations staff, develop executive relationships, manage budgets exceeding $35 million, and shape growth through service excellence, safety, and talent development.