CEO of Rodizio Grill
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced and driven leader to take the helm of Rodizio Grill, a full-service Brazilian steakhouse brand with 24 units (8 corporate, 16 franchise) and ~80M in annual system sales. The CEO will directly oversee a corporate team of ~15 people and be responsible for the success of both the franchise network as well as corporate stores (and their ~350 employees). Rodizio provides an exceptional, authentic dining experience at an accessible price, and is powered by a deeply passionate (and very experienced) team. The right leader will protect this authenticity and Rodizio’s mission to serve as ambassadors of Brazil while driving operational excellence and scalable expansion across both corporate and franchised locations. Why This Role Matters This is a chance to lead a beloved, uniquely authentic brand into its next chapter. You will set and execute the vision by strengthening operations, elevating the guest experience, and guiding sustainable growth while preserving the heart and culture that make the concept special. If you’re a strategic, hands-on leader with a passion for authentic hospitality, we’d love to meet you. Candidates must be based in Salt Lake City or willing to relocate. For the right fit, we may consider candidates willing to travel to Salt Lake City for 1 week per month.
Requirements
- This person will be responsible for both setting and executing the business's strategy and running all aspects of the business.
- This person needs to be high IQ and EQ, low-ego, scrappy, comfortable taking ownership and figuring stuff out, and must have an interest in small business operations.
Nice To Haves
- restaurant and/or franchising experience
Responsibilities
- Driving operational excellence across corporate and franchise restaurants
- Maintaining brand authenticity and a world-class guest experience
- Developing and maintaining strong relationships with corporate staff, restaurant GMs, and franchisees
- Leading the organization such that the output of the team is maximized and the strong corporate culture is maintained
- Building on existing franchise support programs to best position franchisees to be profitable and happy as Rodizio franchisees
- Growing both corporate and franchise unit count in a strategic and disciplined way
Benefits
- Competitive cash compensation (base and bonus), along with a management incentive plan (profits interest) that provides an opportunity for meaningful wealth creation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
