Regional Store Manager

The Salty • Washington, DC

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About The Position

The Regional Manager is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day operations across multiple stores in a designated region. This role ensures that we uphold The Salty’s standards of quality, consistency, and guest experience while driving performance across people, operations, and financial outcomes. As a hands-on leader, you’ll ensure teams are well-trained, motivated, and aligned with company goals. You’ll balance strategic leadership with an ability to roll up your sleeves, identifying and solving challenges while fostering a culture of accountability, hospitality and growth.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in food & beverage operations, with at least 2+ years in multi-unit management.
• Proven ability to manage teams and operations across multiple locations.
• Deep understanding of restaurant operations, including FOH, BOH, and P&L management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills that engage and inspire teams.
• Highly organized with excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• Analytical thinker with the ability to identify root causes, solve problems, and drive performance improvement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Toast POS, and other operational systems.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• High energy, service-minded, and action-oriented with an unwavering commitment to The Salty’s mission and culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop your store teams to deliver operational excellence and embody The Salty’s values.
• Build strong internal pipelines and succession plans by focusing on leadership development at every level.
• Foster a positive, collaborative culture with clear communication, consistent coaching, and accountability.
• Act as a mentor and advocate for your teams while upholding company policies, procedures, and culture.
• Ensure operational standards are met across quality, cleanliness, service, and brand presentation.
• Drive consistency in execution, training, and guest experience.
• Optimize scheduling, labor efficiency, and inventory management.
• Oversee product quality and beverage programs, ensuring alignment with culinary and coffee standards.
• Maintain a deep understanding of daily operations—from front of house to back of house—and ensure seamless collaboration across both.
• Own performance across key metrics including top-line sales, labor, COGS, productivity, and profitability.
• Review P&Ls with your teams and identify opportunities to drive revenue and control costs.
• Lead forecasting, budgeting, and production planning to ensure financial health and operational balance.
• Manage vendor relationships, purchasing controls, and local service providers (janitorial, landscaping, etc.).
• Ensure all licenses, permits, and certifications are up to date for each store and vehicle in your region.
• Oversee payroll accuracy, inventory control, and pricing integrity across platforms (POS, delivery, menus).
• Monitor completion and accuracy of systems including Asana, Zenput, SharePoint, Toast, and Teams to maintain accountability and workflow efficiency.
• Champion The Salty’s hospitality standards by ensuring each guest receives a warm, consistent, and memorable experience.
• Regularly taste products and review presentation to maintain The Salty’s quality promise.
• Lead by example in creating environments where guests and team members feel valued and connected.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with quarterly performance bonuses, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) match, generous PTO, and growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding brand.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees