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Director of Restaurant Operations

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $125,000.00 - $130,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Performance-based bonus opportunity
Career progression
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
basic life insurance
AD&D insurance
Employee assistance program
voluntary benefits
401(K) Plan with Employer Matching
Paid Time Off
Premium paid holidays
Paid sick leave

Job Description

LaGuardia International Airport (LGA) is a major airport located in New York City, serving millions of travelers annually. With its strategic location and high passenger traffic, LGA plays a significant role in connecting people domestically and internationally. Managing food and beverage services at such a busy airport requires a dynamic and experienced leadership team dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences while maintaining operational excellence and adherence to strict regulations. SSP America, a leading global operator in airport food and beverage, renowned for elevating airport dining experiences and bringing local flavors to travelers across North America, is hiring for a pivotal... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Multi-unit leadership experience with General Manager direct reports
  • Oversight of a minimum $20M annual managed sales volume
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive restaurant leadership experience with full P&L responsibility
  • Proven experience leading complex, high-volume operations
  • Ability to operate effectively in regulated or highly structured environments such as airport, hospitality, retail, or logistics

Job Qualifications

  • Multi-unit leadership experience with General Manager direct reports
  • Proven experience leading complex, high-volume operations
  • Strong financial acumen and operational discipline
  • Proficiency with POS systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Demonstrated success stabilizing or improving multi-unit performance
  • Experience in regulated or highly structured environments such as airport, hospitality, retail, or logistics

Job Duties

  • Lead and support multiple General Managers with direct reporting responsibility
  • Ensure consistent execution of brand standards, food safety, and guest experience across all units
  • Maintain operational readiness in a highly regulated airport environment
  • Conduct regular operational assessments and drive corrective action where needed
  • Oversee a minimum $20M in annual managed sales volume
  • Own full P&L accountability across a multi-unit portfolio
  • Analyze KPIs, labor, and inventory to drive profitable, sustainable performance
  • Partner with Finance to forecast business needs and manage cost controls
  • Build, coach, and develop a strong bench of General Managers and leadership talent
  • Establish clear expectations, accountability, and performance standards
  • Support succession planning and internal leadership development
  • Ensure compliance with SSP policies, brand standards, airport authority requirements, and local/state regulations
  • Partner cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Culinary, and Brand teams to support operational goals
  • Implement scalable systems and processes to support consistent execution

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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