Join R/A as a Vice President of Operations leading a portfolio of corporate dining accounts in the NYC area. You'll play a pivotal role as a strategic partner to the corporate leadership team, operational teams and our clients. You'll collaborate on strategic planning, business growth and development, financial management, and operational excellence. The core focus areas of this role encompass developing and aligning objectives among R/A and the client portfolio. It involves setting and maintaining high operational standards through the application of extensive business, culinary, and hospitality expertise.

Core Responsibilities:

Revenue and Profitability Leadership

• Achieve financial targets and plan for business growth.

• Cultivate a proactive sales culture.

• Ensure operational efficiency and client satisfaction.

• Identify sales opportunities and present growth plans.

People, Performance, and Culture

• Foster a culture of growth, recognition, and accountability.

• Build a high-performing team aligned with Core Values.

• Attract, develop, and retain top talent.

Innovation, Operational Excellence, and Safety

• Promote company policies and compliance.

• Create a data-driven, innovative culture.

• Support Team Members' market understanding.

• Improve staff and community well-being.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

• 10+ years of complex, multi-unit food and beverage management experience.

• Multi-unit corporate dining experience.

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

• Passion for food and hospitality.

• Proficiency in budget management.

• Familiarity with business scaling and change management.

Qualifications

• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive long-term vision.

• Self-motivated, adaptable, and committed to quality.

• Effective communication and influencing skills.

• Innovative problem-solving and decision-making.

• Strong interpersonal relationships.

• Ability to work at all organizational levels.

Associates at Restaurant Associates 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

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

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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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

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, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1458693

Restaurant Associates

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