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Vice President of Restaurant OperationsGecko Hospitality • Waco, TX
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Vice President of Restaurant Operations

Vice President of Restaurant Operations

Gecko Hospitality • Waco, TX
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Title: Vice President of Operations – QSR & Fast Casual Dining

Location: Remote- Waco, TX

Salary: $130K - $165K ++

Job Summary:

We are seeking an accomplished Vice President of Operations to lead and optimize operational strategy, performance, and support systems across a QSR and fast casual dining franchise network. This senior leader will drive growth, profitability, and operational excellence by ensuring consistency, efficiency, and high-quality guest experiences across 75-100 locations. The role involves building strong franchisee relationships, overseeing field operations leadership, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to execute strategic initiatives. This is a high-impact opportunity for a results-driven leader who can inspire teams, deliver exceptional performance, and foster mutually beneficial franchisor-franchisee partnerships.

What You’ll Get (Benefits):

  • Competitive Pay plus quarterly contingent bonus plans – Your talent and hard work won’t go unnoticed.
  • Health & Wellness Coverage – HSA, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans to keep you and your family feeling your best.
  • 401(k) Match – Helping you invest in your future (and putting more back in your wallet)
  • Career Growth – We’re growing fast, and we love to promote from within.
  • And More Good Stuff – Because working with us should feel rewarding every day.

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities):

  • Build and lead a high-performance operations team, including Directors of Franchise Operations and Business Consultants, to drive sales, franchisee profitability, and guest satisfaction.
  • Set and achieve strategic goals, manage operating standards, and ensure brand consistency across all locations.
  • Develop market plans and oversee new store openings, remodels, and operational rollouts.
  • Lead food safety, compliance, and operational excellence initiatives to maintain the highest standards.
  • Foster franchisee success through training, operational guidance, and best-in-class support.
  • Collaborate with Marketing, Development, Supply Chain, and Technology teams to execute initiatives that enhance growth and efficiency.
  • Oversee budget development, performance reviews, and operational audits to ensure financial and experiential targets are exceeded.
  • Build and maintain strong, mutually beneficial franchisor-franchisee relationships.

What You’ll Bring (Requirements):

  • 8+ years of experience in Senior restaurant operations leadership, preferably in QSR or fast casual dining.
  • Proven operational results, business acumen, and ability to drive transformation.
  • Strong strategic planning, execution, and change management skills.
  • Excellent financial, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated success in developing talent and building leadership bench strength.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, multi-unit environment.
  • Passion for teaching, mentoring, and fostering operational excellence.

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Vice President of Restaurant Operations • Waco, TX

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