Area Coach

About the role

KBP is seeking an Area Coach (AC) to lead approximately 6‑9 restaurants within a market area. In this hands‑on role you will coach and develop Restaurant General Managers (RGMs), strengthen leadership teams, and drive operational excellence across multiple locations. You will spend time in the restaurants, partner with leaders to improve performance, develop talent, solve operational challenges, and create great experiences for both employees and guests. Success comes from building strong leaders, creating accountability, and delivering consistent business results.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and coach approximately 6‑9 restaurant leadership teams within your market.
• Travel regularly between restaurants and provide active, hands‑on field leadership.
• Drive sales, profitability, labor performance, and overall business results across the area.
• Conduct regular restaurant visits to provide coaching, reinforce standards, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Partner with leaders to create action plans that improve operational performance, guest satisfaction, and team engagement.
• Support hiring, onboarding, retention, and development of restaurant leadership talent.
• Use performance data and operational metrics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
• Hold leaders accountable for achieving business goals while providing the support and coaching needed for success.
• Ensure restaurants consistently execute brand standards, food‑safety practices, and operational procedures.

What We’re Looking For

• 3‑5 years of successful restaurant leadership experience with direct operational and financial accountability.
• Multi‑unit leadership experience preferred.
• Proven ability to coach, develop, and retain high‑performing leaders and teams.
• Strong business acumen, including experience managing labor, profitability, and restaurant performance metrics.
• Ability to influence others, solve problems, and drive results through people.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly between restaurant locations.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements.

Benefits

• Monthly auto and phone allowance.
• Annual recognition program for top‑performing Area Coaches.
• Bi‑annual Area Coach Conference with leaders from across the organization.
• Structured onboarding program, including mentorship and executive coaching.
• Opportunities across 30+ states with a growing organization.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, and AD&D coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits.

Compensation

Offers are based on each candidate’s experience and qualifications.