Regional Director, Asian Cuisine Operations

GBC Food Services, LLC.; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GBC Food Services, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks a Regional Manager of Asian Cuisine Operations and Merchandising to strategize and supervise franchise operations across the region, focusing on sushi, dumplings, and pan-Asian programs. You will drive efficiency, regional growth, and program performance while coaching managers and ensuring brand standards.

This role requires leadership in merchandising decisions, P&L analysis, audits, and collaboration with local retailers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration preferred.
• 8+ years of operations management experience, ideally in the food/beverage sector.
• Minimum 5 years managing and merchandising Asian cuisine in a regional context.
• ServSafe Manager Certification required or maintained.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and train regional managers aligned with vision and regional objectives.
• Oversee schedules and workflows of managers specializing in Asian cuisine.
• Coach franchisees to ensure compliance and performance.
• Develop and manage merchandising strategies regionally to drive sales.
• Monitor inventory and minimize shrinkage across Asian cuisine items.
• Oversee regional budgets and cost of sales for all operations.

Skills

Asian cuisine operations

Merchandising strategy

Regulatory and food safety knowledge

Problem-solving

Leadership and coaching

Strategic thinking & communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration

ServSafe Manager Certification

Job description

GBC Food Services, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks a Regional Manager of Asian Cuisine Operations and Merchandising to strategize and supervise franchise operations across the region, focusing on sushi, dumplings, and pan-Asian programs. You will drive efficiency, regional growth, and program performance while coaching managers and ensuring brand standards.

This role requires leadership in merchandising decisions, P&L analysis, audits, and collaboration with local retailers.