Job Title: Vice President of Operations

Concept Type: Multi-Brand Restaurant Franchise Management

Location: Dallas, Texas

Salary: $95,000 - $130,000 per year

Behind more than 1,300 restaurant locations spanning 31 states is an organization built on hands-on problem-solving and operational excellence. This franchise management powerhouse supports some of America's most recognized restaurant brands, giving its leadership teams the scale, resources, and runway to make a real impact. The culture here is fast growth, internal promotion, and genuine investment in the people who drive results — a place where talent doesn't go unnoticed, and career momentum is part of the deal.

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred
• 8+ years of experience in restaurant operations leadership, preferably in QSR or fast casual dining
• Proven operational results, strong business acumen, and the ability to drive transformation
• Strong strategic planning, execution, and change management skills
• Excellent financial, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Demonstrated success, developing talent and building leadership bench strength
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, multi-unit environment
• Genuine passion for teaching, mentoring, and fostering operational excellence

Job Responsibilities:

As the Vice President of Operations, you will:

• Build and lead a high-performance operations team, including Directors of Franchise Operations and Business Consultants
• Drive sales, franchisee profitability, and guest satisfaction across the network
• Set and achieve strategic goals while managing operating standards and brand consistency across all locations
• Develop market plans and oversee new store openings and remodels
• Lead food safety and compliance efforts across the portfolio
• Foster franchisee success through hands-on training and operational guidance
• Collaborate with Marketing, Development, Supply, and Technology teams to execute growth and efficiency initiatives
• Maintain best-in-class franchisee relationships built on trust and mutual results
• Oversee budget development, performance reviews, and operational audits to ensure the network exceeds financial and experiential targets

Company Benefits:

• Competitive pay plus quarterly contingent bonus plans
• Health and wellness coverage, including HSA, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) match to help build long-term financial security
• Paid training designed to set new leaders up for success from day one
• Generous time off — up to 16 paid vacation and sick days, plus 7 company holidays
• Free food while on location
• Daily Pay option through an Earned Wage access app
• Strong internal promotion track record and career growth opportunities

This Vice President of Operations role puts you at the center of a growing, multi-brand restaurant network where your leadership directly shapes performance across hundreds of locations. It's a high-impact seat for someone who knows how to turn operational strategy into results on the ground.

If you're ready to lead at this level, apply today for the Vice President of Operations opening, and send your resume to Brittany Wickham at brittany.wickham@geckohospitality.com or call 469-498-2282 for details.