Regional Vice President, Company Operations - Popeyes US

About the Role

Join a global leader in quick service dining as the Regional Vice President for Company Operations at Popeyes, part of Restaurant Brands International (RBI), a world-renowned company owning iconic brands such as TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. With over 32,000 restaurants worldwide and nearly $45 billion in annual system-wide sales, RBI fosters sustainable practices in food, community, and the environment through its Restaurant Brands for Good initiative.

This senior leadership role entails developing and executing strategic plans for Popeyes' portfolio of over 100 company-owned restaurants. The position demands full ownership of the P&L, operational excellence, and the creation of innovative, scalable practices to set system-wide standards. RBI supports a 5-day in-office work week to encourage strong team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a 3-5 year growth and operational strategy for all company-operated restaurants.
• Maintain full accountability for sales, EBITDA, and capital expenditures.
• Champion operational excellence and establish benchmark standards within company locations.
• Create and apply the Company Operations playbook comprising operational standards and consistent routines.
• Define and manage KPIs, ensuring teams meet performance goals effectively.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with departments including Marketing, Supply Chain, Technology, and Development.
• Lead innovation initiatives, testing new ideas and expanding successful developments system-wide.
• Manage labor strategies, scheduling practices, and operational controls ensuring efficiency.
• Oversee capital allocation decisions based on return on investment analyses.
• Lead and mentor Directors, District Managers, Restaurant Managers, and support personnel to drive top and bottom-line results.
• Enforce operational discipline in financial controls related to cash, inventory, and food safety standards.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and operational routine assessments at various intervals.
• Design the field operating model and organizational structure, steering succession planning and leadership development.
• Build and sustain a high-performing leadership team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Success Indicators

• Consistent growth in sales and profitability metrics.
• Exceptional guest experience in company-operated restaurants.
• Developing a scalable and efficient company restaurant framework.
• Positive impact on franchise system operations.
• Robust leadership pipeline within the organization.
• Reliable execution and adherence to operating standards.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in operations, business management, or restaurant operations at senior leadership levels.
• Demonstrated expertise in overseeing large-scale restaurant operations and managing P&L responsibilities.
• Proven ability to set strategic directions and lead distributed teams to successful execution.
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills with a history of influencing diverse teams.
• Skilled in driving analytical decision-making with a focus on performance improvement.
• Experience cultivating high-achieving teams and fostering leadership development.

Additional Information

RBI emphasizes holistic wellness by offering progressive benefits globally, including comprehensive paid parental leave and access to telemedicine and mental health support.

Restaurant Brands International is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. The company does not discriminate based on any protected characteristic and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.