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Director of Operations - Elevated Hospitality Group
Chicago, IL (Offering Relocation for US Citizens/Full working rights)
$150,000 – $180,000 Bonus & Benefits
This is a rare opportunity to join a small but highly respected hospitality group known for elevated dining experiences, strong culture, and high service standards. The group is positioned for growth and looking for a top-tier operator to help shape the next chapter.
We’re looking for someone who truly understands hospitality at a high level - service, culture, financials, leadership, and operational excellence. This is a very hands-on role for someone who wants to be in the restaurants, developing teams and constantly improving the operation.
The group is also open to an exceptional Senior General Manager ready for the next step, with compensation adjusted based on experience.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Overseeing operations across multiple elevated concepts
- Driving service standards, guest experience, and operational consistency
- Coaching and developing General Managers and leadership teams
- Working closely with ownership on growth strategy and expansion
- Supporting openings, systems, and operational improvements as the company grows
- Managing and improving P&L performance, labor, and overall efficiencies
- Creating strong leadership culture and accountability across the group
- Being highly visible and hands-on within the venues - not an office-only role
What We’re Looking For
- Strong background in elevated or high-end hospitality groups
- Proven operational leadership experience in top restaurant markets/hubs
- Ideally experience working across multiple cities or markets
- Deep understanding of service standards, guest experience, and team development
- Strong financial acumen with experience overseeing P&Ls and multi-unit performance
- Hands-on leadership style with a passion for mentorship and culture “boots on the ground” mindset.
- Ambitious, polished, and excited by growth opportunities
Salary : $150,000 - $180,000