Area Director

About the role

We're looking for a strong, people-first Area Director who's excited about growth and open to a unique opportunity to make an impact across multiple markets. This role will begin as a traveling Area Director, supporting our restaurants across our five markets while building relationships, strengthening teams, and learning our operations inside and out. You may train in one market while also stepping in to support others where needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operational standards and performance of the restaurants across your market in collaboration with the Director of Operations
• Drive financial progress by managing sales, profits, and ensuring budgeted EBITDA targets are achieved
• Lead and support the GM's to ensure the success of their teams and operations
• Facilitate hands-on training and development for team members and leadership
• Conduct strategic analysis and participate in company-wide communication to align objectives and ensure continuous improvement
• Effective leadership in all areas of people, guests, sales, and profits
• Maintain a mindset of approachability. Build strong relationships with both team members and leadership, actively fostering a positive and productive workplace culture

Requirements

• Lives company vision and values
• Ensures restaurants are operating in accordance with Sonny’s BBQ brand standards
• Assists in developing detailed restaurant budgets, annually
• Works with marketing teams on sales strategies to counter the effectiveness of present and emerging competitors
• Works with executive leadership to analyze company financial performance and institutes strategies for improvement
• Conducts structured market visits to validate operational standards are consistent

Qualifications

• Analytical: Leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop teams across multiple locations
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to drive results and meet budgeted targets
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and provide recommended solutions
• Solve practical problems rapidly
• Understand financial metrics and make recommendations around costs and ROI
• Computer and Equipment Literacy: Proficient with Microsoft Office. Restaurant Technology experience across multiple platforms. Typing and computer competency to include word-processing, spreadsheet, and database skills
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Able to present information in group, one-on-one, and executive briefing settings
• Project Management: Effectively generate project plans. Effective management of tasks, milestones and deadlines. Document business processes as needed. Demonstrated organizational skills and flexibility to meet multiple demands in concurrent timelines. Demonstrated guest service skills

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K - W/ 4% Matching
• Manager Meals
• Vacation Benefit – We’ll give you $2,500 a year to take your dream vacation!

Pay

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 per year (Salary varies by experience, state, market, and location)

Schedule

Whatever it takes. (W.I.T) Willingness to travel within the designated region and manage remote teams effectively.