Posted 22 July, 2026
Director of Restaurant Operations
Gecko Hospitality
Chicago, IL, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Company Description
Director of Restaurant Operations-Chicago Based Restaurant Group
ABOUT US
A respected Chicago restaurant group is hiring a Director of Operations to lead a growing portfolio of upscale and casual dining concepts. This is a high-visibility leadership role for someone who knows how to run great restaurants, build strong teams, and protect the guest experience as the business scales.
Your Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day operations across multiple locations with total sales volume of $15M+.
- Set and hold the standard for service, consistency, and hospitality across every concept.
- Hire, coach, and retain strong management teams.
- Drive profitability, labor efficiency, and operational performance.
- Partner with leadership on growth, openings, and long-term strategy.
What We're Looking For
- 2–4 years as a Director of Operations at a restaurant brand.
- Hands-on experience running both upscale and casual dining environments.
- Proven ability to manage multi-unit P&L and high-volume operations.
- Strong leadership presence, financial command, and a genuine passion for hospitality.
Pay & Perks
- Salary up to $130,000.
- 401(k) with company match.
- 3 weeks of paid time off.
- Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid parking.
Gecko Hospitality, named to Forbes 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 list of “America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms,” wants your expertise in the hospitality industry. Wondering how you can benefit from using Gecko?
• Imagine your resume in front of thousands of hospitality industry heads.
• From Las Vegas Casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko’s got you covered in all 50 states and Canada!
• Gecko has the largest selection of management positions in all facets of the hospitality industry including, but not limited to, restaurants, hotels, resorts, and clubs.
• Gecko has better opportunities for what you want with the exceptional pay you deserve.
• Gecko has over 120 dedicated hospitality experts to find your perfect fit.
• With over 80 regional offices, Gecko will place you in the most sought-after professional management positions in the industry. • Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well-respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.
Let Go, and Let Gecko take your career to a whole new level. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.
• Imagine your resume in front of thousands of hospitality industry heads.
• From Las Vegas Casinos to the finest New York hotels, Gecko’s got you covered in all 50 states and Canada!
• Gecko has the largest selection of management positions in all facets of the hospitality industry including, but not limited to, restaurants, hotels, resorts, and clubs.
• Gecko has better opportunities for what you want with the exceptional pay you deserve.
• Gecko has over 120 dedicated hospitality experts to find your perfect fit.
• With over 80 regional offices, Gecko will place you in the most sought-after professional management positions in the industry. • Gecko has exceptional national, regional, and local relationships and is well-respected in the hospitality industry for enhancing hospitality careers.
Let Go, and Let Gecko take your career to a whole new level. Contact us today and we will get you in touch with one of our experts to discuss your opportunities.
