VP of Operations - Asian Fine Dining Restaurants - Judge Group

Location: Orange County, CA (Hybrid Role – 1 Day/Week in Rosemead Office)

Compensation:
•Base Salary: $170,000 - $200,000
•Additional Perks & Benefits

About the Role:
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Fine Dining Restaurants to oversee operations for multiple high-profile fine dining concepts in the Orange County area. This hybrid role requires one day a week at our Rosemead office and offers the unique opportunity to work closely with the founder on shaping the future of our brands.

The ideal candidate is a humble, open-minded leader who values feedback, thrives in a collaborative environment, and balances big-picture strategy with the ability to “roll up their sleeves” when needed. You will play a critical role in driving operational excellence, creating innovative dining experiences, and fostering guest loyalty.

Key Responsibilities:
•Leadership & Oversight: Oversee the operations of multiple fine dining concepts, ensuring the highest standards of service, quality, and consistency.
•Strategic Planning: Develop and execute annual plans to drive new guest visits, increase guest frequency, and achieve revenue and profitability targets.
•Menu & Drink Innovation: Collaborate with chefs and beverage teams to conceptualize and implement exciting new menu offerings that align with brand identity.
•Collaboration with Founder: Partner closely with the founder to bring their vision to life while maintaining operational feasibility and excellence.
•Team Development: Recruit, train, and mentor management and staff, fostering a culture of hospitality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
•Guest Experience: Ensure every guest has an exceptional dining experience by maintaining high standards of service and hospitality.
•Operational Execution: Balance strategic oversight with hands-on support as needed, from solving on-site challenges to coaching teams directly.
•Performance Management: Monitor KPIs, financial reports, and operational data to identify opportunities for improvement and implement solutions effectively.

Qualifications:
•Experience: Minimum of 8 years in fine dining restaurant operations, with at least 3 years in a multi-unit leadership role.
•Strategic & Hands-On: Proven ability to think strategically while remaining hands-on and involved in daily operations.
•Innovation: Experience with menu and beverage program development is highly desirable.
•Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work closely with executives and founders.
•Humble Leadership: Open to feedback, adaptable, and focused on team and organizational success over personal ego.
•Skills: Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
•Hybrid Role Flexibility: Willingness to work one day per week in the Rosemead office.

Benefits:
•Competitive base salary.
•Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

•Paid time off and other employee perks

•Opportunity to work in a high-profile, innovative environment.

Join Our Team:
If you’re passionate about fine dining, thrive in a collaborative environment, and have the vision to elevate guest experiences while driving results, we’d love to hear from you. This role is a unique opportunity to leave a lasting impact on beloved restaurant concepts while growing alongside an inspiring team.