Vice President of Operations and Development
Job Description
Our client in Palm Beach County, FL is seeking a dynamic Vice President of Operations and Development to drive their aggressive expansion strategy and maintain operational excellence.
Company Profile:
Restaurant and Specialty Foods Retailer
Team Atmosphere and Environment
Passion for Food and People
Vice President of Operations and Development:
As our Vice President of Operations and Development, you'll architect and implement the operational framework that supports our ambitious growth targets. You will lead cross functional teams, optimize processes, and build scalable systems while maintaining the agility needed to capitalize on emerging opportunities. This role demands someone who can think strategically about long-term organizational development while diving deep into operational details when needed.
Lead the development and launch of new locations from concept to grand opening
Serve as primary liaison with general contractors and key stakeholders throughout the development process
Drive project management across multiple concurrent development scopes
Translate strategic vision into actionable expansion plans
Oversee day-to-day operations while maintaining focus on long-term growth objectives
Build and lead high-performing teams through strategic hiring and comprehensive training programs
Establish and maintain clear communication channels between all team members and departments
Ensure operational consistency and brand standards across all locations
Analyze and interpret financial statements to drive data-informed decision making
Identify opportunities for operational improvements and cost optimization
Develop and monitor key performance indicators across all business units
Present strategic recommendations to executive leadership
Function as a strategic partner in all major operational decisions with the CEO
Represent the company in high level meetings with contractors, vendors, and stakeholders
Drive cross functional collaboration and alignment throughout the organization
Vice President of Operations and Development Background Profile:
Bachelors Degree in Business
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Vice President or higher in the restaurant or retail industry
Proven experience in retail or restaurant operations in a multi-unit environment
Strong background in project management with demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
Experience with financial analysis and P&L management
Track record of successful team building, hiring, and training initiatives
Exceptional organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
Bias for Action. You move quickly from analysis to implementation
Strategic Mindset. You see the big picture while managing the details
Communication Excellence. You build bridges between teams and drive alignment
Growth Orientation. You thrive in fast-paced, rapidly changing environments
Leadership Presence. You inspire confidence and drive results through others
Features and Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
Paid Time Off
Employee Discount
401K with Company Match
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
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Meet Your Recruiter
Mike Cook
Mike Cook or as he is known in the industry "Grocery Store Mike", is a specialized grocery retail recruiter for Frontline Source Group. With more than 35+ years in the grocery retail industry, Mike started as a part-time courtesy clerk. He worked his way up to serve in-store leadership positions with both traditional and specialty food formats. His expertise lies in hiring, training, and developing company leaders for small supermarkets to large grocery store operations with hundreds of locations. This experience is what differentiates his ability to recruit top Grocery talent from other recruiters in the market place.
Throughout his career, Mike has placed an emphasis on professional development and continuing education. He was in the charter class of Brookshire University, graduating as salutatorian. He also has earned certificates of proficiency in management specialized leadership and retail management from Tyler Junior College. The later certification was in collaboration with the Western Association of Food Chains. And, he has received numerous awards and accolades for customer service and leadership.
Mike has a passion for community service, having served as a board member for the Bear Creek Specialty Utility District (formerly Lavon Water Supply Corporation) from 2007-2013; Community Independent School District board trustee from 2013-2017; and currently serves as Lavon City Councilman, Place 2 since 2017.