Director of Training

Position Summary

At Ted’s Montana Grill, we believe great restaurants are built by great people—and great people deserve great training. The Director of Training leads the vision, strategy, and execution of training across the brand, ensuring our Managers and teams are set up to succeed from Day One and continue growing throughout their careers.

About the role

This role is not a remote/hybrid position. The role is based in our Restaurant Support Center in downtown Atlanta.

Responsibilities

• Champion the MIT experience from start to finish, ensuring new Managers graduate confident, capable, and ready to lead
• Partner with Training Restaurants to maintain high standards and provide coaching where needed
• Stay close to the process—check-ins, progress tracking, and hands-on support are key
• Help place MITs thoughtfully to set them (and our restaurants) up for success
• Ensure our training programs are being used, are working the way they should be and are making a difference in the restaurants
• Identify gaps, solve problems, and partner with Operations to raise the bar
• Track and communicate the impact (and ROI) of training initiatives
• Manage the Training budget with discipline and ownership
• Own and continuously improve the Ted’s training “toolbox” across Management, FOH and HOH
• Keep materials fresh, relevant, and aligned with how we actually operate
• Partner with Operations and HR to develop high-potential talent and future leaders
• Lead the training plan and execution for all new restaurant openings
• Build and schedule strong training teams and ensure they’re set up to deliver
• Partner closely with Ops to ensure a successful opening
• Be a trusted partner to Operations and senior leadership
• Set clear expectations, provide candid feedback, and help drive performance in the field
• Ensure all food safety and alcohol certifications are current and compliant
• Review health inspections and partner with restaurants to address any gaps
• Work with local jurisdictions to keep our standards strong and consistent

Requirements

• You’ve led at a high level in restaurant operations (GM experience or above is ideal)
• You have a sharp eye for talent and a passion for developing people
• You balance high standards with practical, real-world execution
• You’re hands-on, collaborative, and comfortable giving direct, honest feedback
• You think like an owner and care deeply about doing things the right way

Qualifications

• Hospitality industry experience
• Experience in training and development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Passion for hospitality and sustainability

Skills

• Leadership
• Talent Development
• Training Program Management
• Operational Excellence
• Collaboration
• Compliance

Benefits

At Ted’s Montana Grill, we offer a competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $90,000 annually.

Schedule

The role is full-time and based in downtown Atlanta.