Director, Equity Restaurants Pizza Hut US

Key Responsibilities

• Drive Business Performance & Operational Excellence
  • Own end-to-end performance of Equity Restaurants, including sales, profitability, and operational KPIs
  • Lead a team of Region Coaches and cross-functional partners to deliver strong in-restaurant execution
  • Identify opportunities to improve performance and implement scalable solutions across the portfolio
  • Ensure disciplined operational routines, standards, and accountability at all levels
• Lead & Develop a High-Performing Team
  • Directly lead Region Coaches and a cross-functional support team (HR, Finance, Operations, Facilities)
  • Build leadership capability across the field organization, including Area Coaches and restaurant leaders
  • Establish clear expectations, performance standards, and development plans
  • Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
• Translate Enterprise & Field Execution Strategy
  • Partner with Marketing, Finance, Digital/Tech, HR, and other functions to ensure alignment and execution
  • Prioritize initiatives that drive measurable impact on restaurant performance and team effectiveness
  • Ensure effective communication and clarity of priorities across the organization
  • Optimize Organizational Effectiveness
  • Evaluate team structure, resourcing, and capabilities to support business needs
  • Partner with People & Culture to drive talent planning, succession, and organizational design
  • Ensure onboarding, training, and development programs effectively support field teams
  • Lead change management efforts tied to operational improvements and organizational shifts

Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of experience in operations, multi-unit leadership, or related field
• Proven experience leading large, distributed teams and driving business performance
• Strong understanding of restaurant operations and field execution (QSR experience preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to partner cross-functionally and influence at senior levels
• Experience leading through change and driving organizational effectiveness