Restaurant Associates is seeking a dynamic, business-savvy hospitality leader to drive client satisfaction, retention, and business growth across a premier portfolio. The Director of Business Strategy & Client Relations will engage directly with clients, coordinate annual client expos, and contribute to new business pursuits, regional training initiatives, and R&D efforts.
Requirements
- 5+ years of district-level management experience in a multi-brand food service or retail-food service organization
- BA or BS degree
- Proven record in contract services and client relationship management
- Exceptional communication and listening skills
- Creativity in problem-solving
- Strong relationship-building capabilities
- Ability to collaborate effectively across teams
- Genuine hospitality mindset
- Sales and marketing awareness
- Familiarity with market trends
- Strong financial acumen
- Confidence in contract negotiation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave