IHOP Restaurant Multi-Unit Area Director
About The Position
ACG Texas, a proud IHOP franchisee, is searching for a full-time Area Director of Restaurant Operations to oversee multiple locations in the state of Texas. We offer this position a salary range of $65,000 - $85,000/year. This position also earns great perks like health insurance. This is a full-time, field-based business role reporting directly to the Regional Director of Operations. You'll maintain a flexible but hands-on schedule with regular weekday and weekend site visits. You may work holidays as needed. As an Area Director of Restaurant Operations, you'll be on the move, coaching and guiding General Managers while ensuring standards are upheld across all locations. You'll be responsible for maintaining operational excellence, conducting visits at least twice per period, and supporting the development of your team through bi-monthly GM meetings. Onboarding new leaders will be part of your mission, including weekly check-ins and personal support during their first day. You'll lead with visibility, showing up on weekends, providing in-person guidance, and managing both employee and guest concerns with professionalism. You'll also play a central role in analyzing P&Ls, identifying performance gaps, and implementing action plans. We proudly own and operate a thriving network of restaurants, creating welcoming spaces where great food and exceptional service come together. We believe our people are the heart of our success, which is why we offer health insurance benefits to all employees-because taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our guests. When you join us, you become part of a supportive, fast-paced environment with opportunities to grow and make a real impact every day!
Requirements
- 7+ years of progressive multi-unit restaurant or retail leadership experience
- Experience building, coaching, and inspiring high-performing teams
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present and negotiate effectively
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and other standard software
- Willingness to travel frequently and maintain a consistent field presence
- Dedication to operational excellence and team success
Nice To Haves
- A bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Coaching and guiding General Managers
- Ensuring standards are upheld across all locations
- Maintaining operational excellence
- Conducting visits at least twice per period
- Supporting the development of your team through bi-monthly GM meetings
- Onboarding new leaders, including weekly check-ins and personal support during their first day
- Providing in-person guidance
- Managing both employee and guest concerns with professionalism
- Analyzing P&Ls
- Identifying performance gaps
- Implementing action plans
Benefits
- health insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
