Regional Director of Operations Jobs in Chicago, IL

A Regional Director of Operations in the hospitality industry oversees the operations of various establishments within a specific geographical area. They are responsible for ensuring all hotels, restaurants, or resorts under their purview are running efficiently, meeting the revenue targets, adhering to safety and health standards, and delivering high-quality services. This involves coordinating with different department managers, analyzing financial data, developing and implementing strategies, and conducting regular site visits to assess the performance and customer satisfaction.

To excel in this position, one should have excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving and strategic planning skills. A deep understanding of the hospitality industry and strong financial acumen are also essential. Relevant certifications like Certified Hotel Administrator (CHA) or Certified Food and Beverage Executive (CFBE) can be advantageous. A person usually advances to this role after serving as a General Manager, Assistant Director of Operations, or Director of Food and Beverage in the hospitality industry.

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Territory Manager - Chicago

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Foodservice industry/culinary/restaurant management/hospitality experience preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation abilities....

Territory Manager, In-Market Sales - Chicago

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Slice's mission is simple: help independent pizzerias become more profitable. Slice powers over 10,000 of your favorite pizzerias across the US with discounts on the things they care about and use...

Territory Manager - Chicago Metro Commercial

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 days ago

Why should you work for THIS company? The question is - WHY WOULDN'T YOU? Embrace YOUR opportunity to maximize tremendous, industry training with LIMITLESS ongoing learning AND earning potential....

District Manager

  • Lincolnshire, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Must be computer literate and familiar with restaurant management software (Microsoft Office)....

Starbucks Area Manager, Chicago, #15

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 days ago

and Goals The Area Manager (AM) role is crucial to contributing to the success of Gopuffs Starbucks Licensed Store Team by providing consultative support and service to a group of delivery only...

Global Operations Manager Restaurant Platform

  • Chicago, IL (2 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (2 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 15 days ago

This position reports to the Director, MCX Global Restaurant Operations and will be Chicago (MHQ) based....

Territory Manager - Northwest Suburbs Area

  • Bensenville, IL (14 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 24 days ago
  • Bensenville, IL (14 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 24 days ago

Foodservice industry/culinary/restaurant management/hospitality experience preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation abilities....

Sales Representative - Territory Manager

  • Bensenville, IL (14 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Bensenville, IL (14 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 25 days ago

Foodservice industry/culinary/restaurant management/hospitality experience preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation abilities....

Territory Sales Representative

  • Bensenville, IL (14 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bensenville, IL (14 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Foodservice industry/culinary/restaurant management/hospitality experience preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation abilities....

Regional Operations Manager - Midwest - 809556802-6047

  • Chicago, IL
  • 25 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 25 days ago

at Tradebe Treatment and Recycling, LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Tradebe Environmental Services is a global leader in environmental services with US Headquarters in...

Territory Manager - Cook County Commercial

  • Chicago, IL
  • 27 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 27 days ago

Territory Manager - Cook County Commercial Chicago, IL, United States JOB DESCRIPTION Why should you work for THIS company? The question is - WHY WOULDN'T YOU? Embrace YOUR opportunity to maximize...

Director, Restaurant Hardware Solutions

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

All McDonald's Corporation Jobs Director, Restaurant Hardware Solutions - Full Time McDonald's Corporation - Chicago, IL Posted on 03/14/25 (Ref: ILUDIhGBYE) Company Description:Mc Donald's...

Director, Restaurant Compensation

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Company Description McDonald's is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate...

Regional Operations Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

successful in the role include; Account management Network management Leadership skills Industry knowledge is critical Must have a comprehensive working knowledge of all partner's service operations - front-of-house...

Territory Manager - Chicago Metro

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Foodservice industry/culinary/restaurant management/hospitality experience preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation abilities....

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Salary for Regional Director of Operations Jobs in Chicago, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Regional Director of Operations positions.



Highest Education Level

Regional Director of Operationss in Chicago, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.7%
Master's Degree
16.2%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
High School or GED
10.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.9%
Some College
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Regional Director of Operationss in Chicago, IL
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%



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