Regional General Manager, QSR Restaurant Group – Caribbean

Job Title: Regional General Manager
Location: Jamaica
Contract Type: N/A
Reporting to: N/A

Note: This is an international post, (not remote) with full relocation support and housing or housing allowance provided with work permits.

About Us:

Our client is a dynamic and expanding restaurant group operating a diverse portfolio of 50 stores, encompassing both quick-service and casual sit-down restaurants in the vibrant Caribbean region. With an unwavering commitment to culinary excellence and guest satisfaction, we are seeking a passionate and experienced MD to lead our culinary and operational teams to new heights.

Position Overview:

As the Regional GM, you will be a key player in the success of our restaurant group. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth execution of our diverse menus, maintaining kitchen health compliance, and overseeing equipment maintenance. Your role will encompass all aspects of food execution, including menu costing and collaboration with the sales team. If you are driven by a ‘hustle mentality’ and have excellent time management skills, this role is perfect for you. Your influence will extend to the bar side of the business as well, ensuring that all general managers are effectively running our stores.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate on menu execution and ensure that it meets our high standards.
• Oversee and maintain kitchen health compliance to guarantee the safety and quality of our food.
• Work closely with the maintenance team to ensure that kitchen equipment is in optimal working condition.
• Ensure all chefs and kitchen staff execute food preparation to our standards.
• Understand menu costing to optimize profitability.
• Collaborate with the sales team to create a seamless dining experience for our guests.
• Demonstrate a ‘hustle mentality’ to lead and motivate our teams effectively.
• Extend your operational excellence to the bar side of the business.
• Work closely with general managers to oversee effective store management.

What We Offer:

• Full financial relocation support to help you make a seamless transition to the Caribbean.
• Housing allowance to ensure you have a comfortable and convenient place to live.
• Car allowance to facilitate mobility in your role and explore the beautiful Caribbean.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in restaurant operations, with a strong understanding of quick-service and casual dining.
• A background in culinary arts and menu execution.
• Knowledge of kitchen health compliance and safety standards.
• Familiarity with equipment maintenance in a kitchen environment.
• Strong financial acumen, including menu costing and profitability analysis.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• A passion for the restaurant industry and a ‘hustle mentality’ to drive success.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.

If you are an innovative, dynamic, and passionate leader who thrives in a fast-paced restaurant environment, we invite you to apply.