Director of Food Service OperationsReports To VP of Commercial InnovationDirect Reports None cross-functional role; partners closely with Sales, Operations,Marketing, and Store LeadershipLocation Based in Southern California (SoCal)Travel Regular travel throughout the SoCal region required; occasional traveloutside SoCal (less than 25%)Employment Type Full-TimePosition SummaryEverytable is building a decentralized network of franchisee-operated store locations that serveconsumers directly (walk-in, meal plan subscribers, and delivery marketplace), corporate catering, andinstitutional foodservice (K-12, senior nutrition, and food-insecure communities). We're hiring a Director ofFood Service Operations to launch and manage new business across this broad spectrum ofopportunities. This role owns full P&L responsibility for a portfolio of foodservice accounts, partneringclosely with corporate store leadership, franchisees, and the sales team to launch new accounts andrecommend reconfigurations of existing store locations, and working cross-functionally across theorganization to keep existing operations running safely, efficiently, and profitably. The role builds lean,practical operational plans grounded in food safety best practices across our consumer, catering, andinstitutional channels.

Key Responsibilities Own and manage full profit & loss (P&L) for assigned foodservice accounts, driving revenue growth,cost discipline, and margin improvement. Create and manage operating budgets for assigned accounts, aligning spend with overall P&L targets. Develop equipment budgets covering heating, cold storage, and hot- and cold-food transportationequipment to support new and existing accounts. Lead the launch of new foodservice accounts, from initial handoff through full operational readiness. Partner with the sales team to understand newly won accounts and translate deal terms and accountrequirements into concrete, actionable operational plans. Partner directly with clients to understand their customer expectations and service requirements,ensuring operational plans align with their standards. Assess existing store locations and recommend reconfigurations layout, equipment, or workflowchanges to improve operational efficiency, food safety, and profitability, partnering with corporatestore leadership and franchisees to implement approved changes. Conduct store and client site walkthroughs to assess readiness for new accounts, confirm compliance,and identify opportunities for store reconfiguration or operational improvement. Partner with operations teams to train store-level staff and support successful account launches andstore reconfigurations. Design and implement lean operational plans that eliminate waste and inefficiency while keeping foodsafety as the top priority. Serve as the organization's subject matter expert on safe food handling guidelines, ensuring everyaccount and store location remains compliant with food safety regulations and standards. Work cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Marketing, and Finance to align resources, priorities,and timelines in support of account launch and store reconfiguration goals. Conduct regular on-site visits across the Southern California region to support accounts, auditoperations, and reinforce standards; travel occasionally outside SoCal as needed (less than 25% of thetime). Build and maintain strong working relationships with franchisees and store leadership to resolveoperational issues quickly and proactively.

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field preferred;equivalent experience will be considered. 5-7 years of progressive foodservice, restaurant, or multi-unit operations experience, including directP&L ownership. Demonstrated experience supporting new account launches and recommending store-level operationalimprovements in partnership with corporate leadership and/or franchisees. ServSafe Manager certification required; strong working knowledge of safe food handling guidelinesand food safety regulations. Demonstrated ability to influence and align cross-functional teams (Sales, Operations, Marketing,Finance) without direct authority. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate sales and accountinformation into clear operational plans. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with comfort managing budgets, forecasts, and financialreporting. Willingness and ability to travel regularly throughout Southern California, with occasional travel outsidethe region. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.