Owner Operator / General Manager - Food Business (RALEIGH, NC)

REEF•Raleigh, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

REEF is seeking applicants to become Owner-Operators (Ulysses) to operate their food hall location at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). This is an opportunity to run and grow your own business at RDU Airport without the heavy financial investment typically required to start from scratch. REEF offers the tools, platforms, and support to help you turn your dream into financial freedom. As a Ulysses operator, you will have access to a turnkey business setup, a proven brand portfolio, technology infrastructure, comprehensive support, an accessible entry model, and operational efficiency tools.

Requirements

Must be a certified Food Manager, obtained through a nationally recognized American National Standards Institute (ANSI) accredited program (e.g., ServSafe®, National Registry of Food Safety Professional (NRFSP)).
Must have legal right to establish and operate a Limited Liability Company (LLC).
Must successfully pass all required airport security screenings, background checks, and badging requirements, and remain eligible for secure-area access throughout the term of operation at RDU Airport.
Proven leader, skilled in managing teams and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Resilient, adaptable, and committed to long-term success.
Must be motivated by the pursuit of autonomy, financial freedom and fulfillment.

Nice To Haves

3+ years of operational experience working at a restaurant.
Experience as a former Owner-Operator or General Manager within the food and beverage industry.
Knowledge of restaurant operations, from sourcing to management of a location.
Experience operating in an airport, food hall, or other high-volume environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

Operate a revenue generating food hall at RDU Airport as an independent business owner.
Manage and grow your operations.
Deliver exceptional customer experiences.