Vice President for Operations

VICE PRESIDENT FOR OPERATIONS

FOODEE GLOBAL CONCEPTS | Full-Time

About Foodee Global Concepts

Foodee Global Concepts is a multi-brand restaurant group focused on delivering exceptional dining experiences, operational excellence, and sustainable business growth. Through a diverse portfolio of restaurant concepts, we strive to strengthen our market presence, uphold high standards of hospitality, and create long-term value through effective leadership and continuous innovation.

We are committed to building strong teams, improving business performance, and fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence across our organization.

About the Role

Foodee Global Concepts is seeking a highly accomplished and strategic Vice President for Operations to lead the overall operational direction and business performance of its restaurant portfolio. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this executive will drive organizational growth, maximize profitability, strengthen operational systems, and ensure consistent execution of business strategies across multiple brands and locations.

The successful candidate will bring extensive executive leadership experience, strong financial and commercial acumen, and a proven ability to manage complex, multi-unit restaurant operations. This role requires a forward-thinking leader who can align operational performance with corporate objectives, develop future leaders, and build scalable systems that support the company's continued expansion.

Key Responsibilities

1. Corporate Strategy and Executive Leadership

• Partner with the CEO and executive leadership team to establish business priorities, operational strategies, and long-term growth plans.
• Translate corporate objectives into actionable operational plans, measurable targets, and performance management frameworks.
• Evaluate business performance, industry developments, and emerging opportunities to support strategic decision-making.
• Recommend initiatives that strengthen competitiveness, improve operational resilience, and support sustainable growth.

1. Enterprise Operations and Performance Management

• Direct the overall operations of multiple restaurant brands, business units, and branch locations.
• Establish standardized operating procedures, management systems, and performance benchmarks across the organization.
• Monitor operational KPIs and ensure accountability for sales, service quality, productivity, and profitability.
• Identify underperforming business units and implement strategic corrective measures to improve results.
• Ensure consistent execution of brand standards and operational policies across all locations.

1. Financial Strategy and Profitability

• Oversee operational budgets, financial forecasts, cost structures, and profitability objectives in coordination with Finance.
• Analyze revenue performance, profit and loss (P&L), food costs, labor expenses, and operating margins to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop financial and operational strategies that improve margins, optimize resources, and strengthen business performance.
• Establish effective cost-control measures while protecting product quality, employee performance, and customer experience.
• Evaluate investment proposals and operational initiatives based on their financial impact and strategic value.

1. Executive Team Leadership and Organizational Development

• Lead and develop senior operations executives, Area Managers, Operations Managers, and other key leaders.
• Establish leadership accountability, performance expectations, and management development programs.
• Drive succession planning and talent development to strengthen the organization's leadership pipeline.
• Promote a high-performance culture centered on collaboration, ownership, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Work with Human Resources to align workforce planning, organizational structure, and leadership capabilities with business objectives.

1. Operational Excellence and Brand Standards

• Ensure consistent implementation of operational standards, food quality requirements, service excellence, and brand positioning.
• Oversee operational audits, quality assurance programs, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, occupational safety, labor requirements, and applicable government regulations.
• Address significant operational risks and recurring business challenges through systematic problem-solving and corrective action.
• Champion process improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and the overall guest experience.

1. Supply Chain and Resource Optimization

• Provide strategic oversight of procurement, inventory management, supplier performance, and supply chain efficiency.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Finance, and other departments to strengthen purchasing controls and improve cost efficiency.
• Establish strategies to reduce food waste, minimize operational losses, and optimize resource utilization.
• Ensure reliable product availability and effective coordination between commissaries, warehouses, suppliers, and restaurant branches, where applicable.

1. Business Expansion and Transformation

• Lead operational planning and readiness for new restaurant openings, new brand launches, renovations, and business expansion.
• Evaluate the scalability of existing systems, staffing structures, and operational processes to support growth.
• Oversee company-wide initiatives designed to improve productivity, standardize processes, and strengthen operational capabilities.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Engineering, and other departments to ensure successful execution of strategic projects.
• Identify opportunities for innovation, technology adoption, and business process transformation.

1. Corporate Governance and Performance Reporting

• Present operational performance reviews, financial insights, business risks, and strategic recommendations to the CEO.
• Establish reporting mechanisms that provide timely and accurate visibility into business performance.
• Ensure appropriate operational controls, policy implementation, and accountability across all business units.
• Monitor the effectiveness of strategic initiatives and recommend adjustments based on measurable business results.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or a related field. A master's degree or MBA is an advantage.
• At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in the Food & Beverage, restaurant, or hospitality industry , including at least 5 years in senior executive or strategic operations leadership .
• Extensive experience overseeing multi-unit restaurant operations, preferably across multiple brands or business concepts.
• Proven track record of driving revenue growth, improving profitability, and achieving operational excellence at an organizational level.
• Strong expertise in P&L management, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization.
• Demonstrated ability to lead senior management teams, develop future leaders, and manage complex business operations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of restaurant operating systems, supply chain processes, quality assurance, food safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in business expansion, new store development, organizational transformation, and process standardization.
• Strong strategic thinking, commercial judgment, analytical skills, and executive-level decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Proficiency in business intelligence tools, financial reporting platforms, and operational performance management systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive executive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Performance-based incentives, subject to company policy.
• Executive leadership opportunities across multiple restaurant brands and business units.
• The opportunity to influence corporate strategy, operational transformation, and business expansion.
• A collaborative leadership environment that values accountability, innovation, and measurable results.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the long-term growth and direction of Foodee Global Concepts.

Foodee Global Concepts is committed to fostering a professional and inclusive workplace that recognizes leadership, capability, and meaningful contributions to organizational success.

Join Foodee Global Concepts and help lead the next stage of growth, operational excellence, and success across our restaurant portfolio.

Work Location: In person