Vice President of Operations, Business Dining

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Job summary

Eurest USA seeks a Vice President of Operations to oversee a portfolio of client accounts from its Denver base. The VPO will lead District Managers and an operations team across Colorado, driving growth, profitability, and client satisfaction.

The role partners with Finance, HR, Culinary and Sales to implement best practices, ensure safety, and develop leadership across a large multi-site organization. Travel ~25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Culinary degree a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership in foodservice hospitality management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop District Managers and regional leaders across multiple client locations.
• Achieve financial goals including revenue growth, profitability, and budget adherence.
• Develop and maintain executive-level client relationships to ensure retention and growth.
• Drive operational excellence with best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with HR to recruit, develop, and retain top talent.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Client relationships

Communication

Strategic planning

Change management

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Culinary degree

Job description

Eurest

Salary: $170,000 - $190,000 / year

Pay Grade: 19

Other Forms of Compensation: Annual bonus potential, choice of company vehicle lease or monthly car allowance

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary:

The Vice President of Operations (VPO) is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for a portfolio of client accounts within Eurest. This role drives operational excellence, client satisfaction, financial performance, talent development, and business growth across assigned regions and sectors. The VPO partners closely with Operations, Finance, Human Resources, Culinary, and Sales teams to ensure consistent execution of company objectives while fostering a culture of safety, service, and accountability.

This role is based in Denver and will oversee upwards of 50 business dining accounts throughout the state of Colorado, leading a team of 4 District Managers directly, and up to 400 managers and associates, indirectly.

Key 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 of existing business
• 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

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%

Success Measures:

• Client retention and satisfaction
• Operating profit and budget performance
• Employee engagement and retention
• Safety and compliance results
• Strategic growth and business development support
• Leadership development and succession readiness
• Innovative, collaborative, high integrity

Associates At Eurest Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026_Wage-Transparency_Eurest.pdf

Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.