Restaurant Operations Manager

SSP -
Dulles, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$95,000 - $100,000 a year
14 days ago

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Paid sick time
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Team leadership
Computer literacy
High school diploma or GED
Managing food service teams
General management

Full Job Description

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Operations Manager - Multi-Unit Restaurant Leadership

$95,000 - $100,000 base + quarterly & year-end bonus potential
Comprehensive benefits package

Be the leader who elevates leaders.

SSP America is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee multiple restaurant concepts at Dulles International Airport (IAD). This is a high-visibility, hands-on leadership role focused on coaching, developing, and holding Restaurant General Managers accountable for operational excellence, financial performance, and brand standards.

Reporting directly to the onsite Director of Operations, this role is ideal for a proven multi-unit leader who thrives in high-volume environments and knows how to turn standards into habits - and managers into strong business owners.

What You'll Do:

Lead, coach, and develop a team of Restaurant General Managers across multiple brands and concepts
Hold GMs accountable for execution, results, and consistency
Serve as a teacher and mentor, reinforcing best practices in operations, finance, and people leadership
Drive performance across:
- Food quality and execution
- Guest experience and service standards
- Labor, food cost, and controllables
- Compliance, safety, and brand standards
Partner closely with the Director of Operations to align priorities, solve problems, and execute strategy
Ensure systems, processes, and reporting are consistently followed
Support forecasting, budgeting, and financial reviews - and teach GMs how to manage their P&Ls
Identify gaps, address underperformance, and celebrate wins
Problem Solving: Address routine issues and escalate complex problems to higher management as necessary.
Educational Background: High School Diploma or equivalent, associate’s degree or equivalent coursework preferred.

What We're Looking For:

Minimum seven (7) years in restaurant/food service in a management/supervisory capacity.
Minimum five (5) Years in a Restaurant General Manager capacity.
Experience as a Multi-Unit Restaurant Manager with oversight of General Managers highly desired.
Technical Training: Full Service and Quick Service restaurant experience preferred. Culinary background is desirable.
Technical Skills: Proficient level of computer literacy, including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), and Point-of-Sale (POS) systems. Effective organizational maturity to prioritize daily, weekly, monthly and yearly activities.
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact at all levels, including with executives, union representatives, and diverse hourly team members. Proven track record of resolving uncomfortable situations with clients, customers, peers and direct reports.
Finance: P&L expert level with ability to teach and coach General Managers

Why Join Us?

Lead in one of the most dynamic airport environments in the country
Work for a global food & beverage leader with multiple brands and growth opportunities
Make a real impact by developing strong General Managers
Competitive compensation with bonus potential
Medical, Dental and Vision
Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
EAP
Voluntary Benefits: Life AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance
SSP 401(k) Plan with Employer Matching
PTO – Starting at 80 hours a year
6 Premium Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave

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If you're ready to bring your expertise to our team and help us deliver exceptional service and quality in a high-volume airport setting, apply now!

SSP America is an equal opportunity employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, age, disability, genetic information, or and other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. SSP America will provide reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws.

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